Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad 🥒🍅🥑

This Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad is light, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors. It’s the perfect side dish for summer barbecues, picnics, or a quick healthy lunch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is simple yet incredibly delicious!

Ingredients:

  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or 2 large tomatoes, diced)
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced (or 2 tbsp lime juice)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

  1. Dice the cucumber, avocados, and tomatoes.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion.
  3. Chop the cilantro or parsley.

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, avocados, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Gently toss to mix.

Step 3: Add Dressing

  1. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Gently toss again to coat everything evenly.

Step 4: Serve

  1. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl.
  2. Top with feta cheese (if using).
  3. Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.

Tips:

  • Choose Ripe Avocados: Use slightly firm avocados to prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Add Protein: Top with grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete meal.
  • Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 day.

Variations:

  • Add corn for extra sweetness.
  • Include sliced bell peppers for extra crunch.
  • Replace cilantro with fresh basil for an Italian twist.

Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.):

  • Calories: 210
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbs: 14g
  • Fat: 17g

This Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad is a fresh, healthy, and vibrant dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or can even stand alone as a light meal. 🥗✨ Enjoy!