Avocado Salad
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5
Avocado Salad
Description
The salad uses firm-ripe avocado cut into half-inch pieces layered with chunks of cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes. The diced jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro are divided; some are mixed through while others garnish the top, preserving their distinct textures and freshness. The dressing blends lime juice, avocado oil, honey, garlic, salt, cumin, and black pepper to add a citrusy tang with subtle warmth and sweetness.
Gentle stirring ensures the avocado coats the ingredients lightly without turning into guacamole, keeping the salad visually appealing with separate bites. This approach provides a refreshing combination of creamy avocado against crisp vegetables and mild spice. It is best served immediately to prevent browning.
The spiciness can be varied by using half or whole jalapeño depending on preference, allowing control over the heat level. This salad is suitable as a light side dish or a fresh addition to meals.
Ingredients
- ½ to 1 jalapeno pepper diced*
- ⅓ cup red onion diced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 2 avocado pitted and cut into ½-inch pieces, firm-ripe
- ½ English cucumber cut into ½-inch pieces
- ¾ cup cherry tomato halved
- sea salt optional, flaky
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2½ teaspoons honey
- 1 garlic grated, clove
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon cumin ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, avocado oil, honey, garlic, salt, cumin, and several grinds of pepper.
- Set aside a little of the jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro for garnish.
- Add the avocado to a medium bowl. Evenly arrange the cucumber, tomatoes, and remaining jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro on top. Drizzle with most of the dressing and gently stir. Be careful not to overmix. With too much stirring, the avocado will coat the other ingredients (think guacamole).
- Top the salad with the reserved jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro and a little more of the dressing. Season to taste, adding more dressing or pinches of flaky sea salt as desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a whole jalapeño for a spicy salad or half a pepper to reduce heat if sensitive to spice.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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