Description
This Avocado Cucumber Salad brings a burst of cooling freshness to your table with every single bite. The buttery, creamy avocado melts into the crisp, refreshing crunch of the cucumber to create a perfect textural balance. It's simple and quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy families.
Ingredients
2 large English Cucumbers
2 medium Ripe Avocados
1/4 cup Red Onio
1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 whole Fresh Lime Juice
Sea Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into half-moons or quarter-inch cubes
- Slice the red onion into very thin slivers and soak them in cold water for five minutes if desired
- Dice the avocados into bite-sized cubes and add them to the bowl with cucumbers and onions
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently fold to combine without mashing the avocado
- Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately
Notes
Use fresh, ripe avocados for the best flavor and texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours, but best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg