Description
A refreshing and healthy cucumber avocado salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime and cilantro dressing. This quick and easy salad is perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish, combining fresh ingredients with a zesty citrus dressing for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 English or Persian cucumbers, diced into bite-sized pieces (about 1/2 inch)
- 1 ripe Hass avocado, cubed
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: a tiny drizzle of honey or agave nectar
- Optional: a tiny pinch of cumin
- Optional: finely minced jalapeño for heat
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and dice them into bite-sized pieces, about half an inch. Finely dice about a quarter of a red onion and wash and roughly chop a generous amount of fresh cilantro.
- Zest and Juice the Lime: Zest one whole lime into a small bowl, then cut the lime in half and squeeze out all its juice into the same bowl.
- Make the Simple Dressing: Add 1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the lime juice and zest. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and whisk until well combined. Optionally, add a tiny drizzle of honey or agave, a pinch of cumin, or minced jalapeño for extra flavor.
- Dice the Avocado: Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and cube the flesh right in the skin before scooping it out with a spoon.
- Combine and Gently Toss: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Pour the lime and olive oil dressing over everything and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add Avocado and Serve: Add the diced avocado to the bowl and gently fold it into the salad to minimize bruising. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Chill cucumbers before preparation for an extra refreshing salad.
- Adjust the lime and olive oil amounts to taste depending on your preference.
- Optional ingredients like honey, cumin, or jalapeño add unique flavor twists.
- Best served fresh, but can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours to maintain freshness.
