Description
This cucumber tomato avocado salad is a refreshing summer dish made with creamy avocado, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and fresh cilantro tossed in a simple lemon and olive oil dressing. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect as a side or light lunch.
Ingredients
3 small avocados
5 small cucumbers
12 oz grape or cherry tomatoes
1/2 bunch cilantro (about 1/4 cup)
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and cut the avocados, cucumbers, and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place in a medium bowl.
- Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the bowl.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
Swap cilantro with parsley or basil for a different flavor.
Add feta cheese crumbles for extra richness.
Include sliced red onions or bell peppers for crunch.
Mix in chickpeas or quinoa to make it a heartier salad.
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored up to 1 day with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
