Elevate your salad game with this Whole30 Refreshing Cucumber Salad, a crisp and vibrant dish perfect for clean eating and summer gatherings. Featuring crunchy English cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and the zing of red onion, this salad is topped with creamy avocado and fresh dill for a delightful burst of flavor. A simple yet tangy dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic ties everything together while keeping it light and healthy. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe is a great addition to your Whole30 meal plan or any wholesome menu. Enjoy it as a refreshing side dish or a colorful snack, packed with nutrients and natural goodness!
Wash and dry the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and dill.
Slice the cucumbers lengthwise; then cut into half-moon slices about 1/4 inch thick.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
Mince the garlic clove finely.
Chop the fresh dill finely.
Dice the avocado just before combining to prevent browning.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
Add the chopped fresh dill and gently toss again until evenly distributed.
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Calories |
660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2231 mg | 47% | |
*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.