Description
This refreshing avocado cucumber salad is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish. It’s packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers (sliced)
- 2 ripe avocados (cubed)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 clove garlic (minced, optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (chopped)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Cube the avocados and add them to the bowl.
- Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Add fresh herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, use a mix of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or cilantro.
- This salad is best served fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for a short time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg