Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
219 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
Description
The Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad uses fresh, simple ingredients to create a crisp and creamy mix. Cherry tomatoes are halved for bite-size pieces, complemented by peeled and thinly sliced cucumber and chunks of ripe avocado. Thinly sliced red onion adds a mild sharpness. Dressing the salad with olive oil and lemon juice enhances the natural flavors without overpowering them. The seasoning of salt and pepper provides balance, while chopped parsley adds an herbal note.
The texture contrasts between juicy tomatoes, cool cucumbers, and smooth avocado ensure an enjoyable mouthfeel. Preparing the ingredients in uniform sizes helps make it easy to eat. The avocado’s creaminess enriches the crisp freshness of the other vegetables.
This salad works well as a side dish to grilled meats or fish, or on its own as a light, healthy snack. Its simplicity allows it to fit easily into a variety of meals or seasonal menus.
For best freshness when storing or preparing ahead, add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 1 English cucumber peeled and sliced
- 2 avocado peeled and diced
- ½ cup red onion halved & thinly sliced
- 1 Tablespoon parsley finely chopped
- 1-2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt to taste, freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and red onion in a salad bowl.
- Pour olive oil and lemon juice over salad, and season with salt and pepper. Mix salad and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- Add avocado just before serving if refrigerating to maintain color and texture.
- Cut tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado into similar-sized pieces to ease eating.
- Cherry tomatoes are preferred but can be substituted with other varieties.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste right before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 143g | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 708mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 488IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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