Description
This salad features diced avocado, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes, all tossed together with chopped cilantro and a simple herb dressing made from lemon juice and olive oil. It takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Flaky salt for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Fold in the chopped cilantro for added flavor.
- Serve: Garnish with flaky salt and serve immediately for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 3