Description

Cucumber avocado salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the crispness of cucumbers with the creamy texture of ripe avocados. Bursting with flavor and nutrients, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also ideal for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a delightful side dish for your favorite meals.

Ingredients

Scale

2 firm cucumbers
2 ripe avocados
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 small red onion
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for five minutes if a milder flavor is preferred.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients: cucumbers, avocados, tomatoes, and onion. Gently toss without mashing the avocados.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper; toss gently again.
Serve immediately for best freshness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like cilantro or basil.- Customize with additional ingredients like feta cheese or bell peppers for extra texture.- To prevent browning, prepare shortly before serving or add a splash of lemon juice to leftovers.