Avocado Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced, this Avocado Cucumber Salad is a quick and healthy side dish bursting with flavor. Made with creamy ripe avocados, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this salad is enhanced with the tangy zest of freshly squeezed lime juice and a hint of olive oil. The addition of red onion and fragrant cilantro adds a pop of bold flavor, making every bite delightful. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this vibrant dish is perfect for busy weeknights, sunny picnics, or as a fresh accompaniment to grilled proteins. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, this easy avocado and cucumber salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a light, flavorful, and wholesome recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and pit the avocados, then cut them into cubes. Place the avocado cubes in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the cucumber into thin half-moons and add them to the bowl with the avocados.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl along with the other ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.
Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 614 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
