Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
This light and flavorful salad is perfect for a summer side dish or a vegetarian lunch.
Ingredients:
- 2 large tomatoes (diced)
- 1 English cucumber (sliced)
- 1 avocado (pitted, peeled, and diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Guide:
- Prep the Veggies: Wash and dice the tomatoes and cucumber. Dice the avocado and red onion. Chop the cilantro or parsley.
- Combine the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Variety is Key: Feel free to experiment with different types of tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs. Cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or a mix of colors can add variety. For a different herb flavor, try mint or dill.
- Keep it Fresh: For the best flavor and texture, assemble the salad just before serving. Avocado browns quickly, so if you’re not serving it right away, toss it with a bit of lemon juice to slow down the browning process.
- Add Extra Flavor: Crumbled feta cheese, kalamata olives, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts can add extra flavor and texture to the salad.
- Make it a Meal: Serve the salad on a bed of greens with some grilled chicken or fish for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Leftovers: Leftover salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day, but the avocado will brown.
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