Description
This Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or light lunches. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy avocado, this salad is not just visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. With its quick preparation time of just 12 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy days when healthy eating is a priority. The delightful combination of fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing makes this salad a versatile option that can be served as a side or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups of chopped cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber, peeled and seeded then diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 oz feta cheese (or a plant-based alternative), cubed
- 2 tbs minced red onion
- 1 handful parsley, minced (about 2 tbs)
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 tbs red apple vinegar
- 8 twists of black pepper from a pepper mill
Instructions
- Chop tomatoes into medium dice. If using cherry tomatoes, cut them in half. Add them to a mixing bowl.
- Peel and seed one cucumber. Dice it into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- Remove the pit from the avocado. Dice it into pieces and scoop out the flesh from the peel. Add it to your mixing bowl.
- Cube the feta cheese into bite-sized pieces and add them to your mixing bowl along with the other ingredients.
- Add minced red onion and minced parsley to your mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over your salad mixture. Toss gently so that the feta cheese and avocado do not break apart.
- For best results, serve immediately after tossing. If refrigerating leftovers, keep avocado aside and add just before serving.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For best flavor, chill the salad before serving to allow the ingredients to meld together. Customize by adding other veggies like bell peppers or proteins such as grilled chicken or chickpeas. If you want to keep avocado fresh longer in leftovers, store it separately.