Refreshing Avocado Cucumber Salad Recipe
Indulge in a refreshing Avocado Cucumber Salad that combines creamy avocados with crisp cucumbers, enhanced by zesty lime and fresh herbs. This vibrant dish is perfect for summer picnics or as a light side at dinner parties. Quick to prepare, it offers a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the avocados and slice the cucumber and red onion.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, cucumber slices, and red onion.
- Drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for an extra refreshing touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in cherry tomatoes or feta cheese. - To keep avocados from browning, squeeze lime juice immediately after cutting them. - This salad is best enjoyed cold; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.