Cucumber Avocado Tomato Salad
A quick, refreshing salad that combines creamy avocados, crunchy cucumbers, and juicy cherry tomatoes to create a satisfying and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 medium Cucumber Regular or Persian cucumbers are preferred for crunch.
- 2 large Ripe Avocados Make sure they are not mushy or brown.
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for best flavor.
- 1/4 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use good quality olive oil if available.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into half-moons.
- Chop the avocados into chunks, ensuring they are not too small.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the red onion thinly.
- Put all the ingredients in a large bowl; squeeze lemon juice over the avocado to prevent browning.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and fold everything together gently.
- Adjust salt and acidity according to taste.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs or using lime juice instead of lemon. This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as leftovers can brown quickly.