Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad (Printable)

Vibrant mix of cucumber, tomato, avocado, and lemon dressing for a fresh and light dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, diced
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, finely sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, finely sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado pieces.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
05 - Transfer to serving plates and serve immediately to maintain optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Perfectly combines crisp, juicy, and creamy textures.
  • Zesty lemon dressing enhances the natural flavors.
  • Suitable for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free diets.
  • Versatile as a light meal or a vibrant side dish.
02 -
  • Use ripe but firm avocados to maintain texture without turning mushy.
  • Prepare all ingredients in advance and toss with dressing just before serving.
  • Check Dijon mustard labels if allergies are a concern, as it contains mustard allergens.
  • Adjust lemon juice and seasoning to suit your taste for the perfect balance.
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