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Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad

This Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad is your go-to for a vibrant, healthy, and incredibly easy side dish or light meal. Bursting with fresh flavors and creamy textures, this salad is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Light Meal, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large cucumbers peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 3 ripe tomatoes diced (heirloom or Roma work well)
  • 1 large ripe avocado pitted, peeled, and diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice from about 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Vegetable Peeler
  • Spoon
  • Small Bowl
  • Jar
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Begin by preparing your cucumbers. If your cucumbers have large seeds, it's best to peel them first using a vegetable peeler. Then, slice them in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. After seeding, dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch in size. Next, wash your tomatoes and dice them into similar-sized pieces. For a more consistent flavor, choose ripe but firm tomatoes.
    2 large cucumbers, 3 ripe tomatoes
  2. Thinly slice half of a red onion. You can adjust the amount of red onion based on your preference for its sharp flavor. If you find raw red onion too pungent, you can soak the sliced onion in cold water for about 10 minutes before adding it to the salad; this helps to mellow its flavor.
    1/2 red onion
  3. Carefully pit and peel your ripe avocado. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces, similar in size to the cucumber and tomato. To prevent the avocado from browning prematurely, you can toss it with a little bit of the lime juice from the dressing once it's diced, or simply add it to the salad bowl just before you're ready to mix everything.
    1 large ripe avocado, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  4. Finely chop your fresh cilantro. Cilantro adds a bright, herbaceous note that complements the other ingredients beautifully. If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute it with fresh parsley or a mix of both.
    1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Taste the dressing and adjust the salt and pepper as needed. The lime juice is crucial for adding a tangy brightness that cuts through the richness of the avocado.
    3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  6. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
    2 large cucumbers, 3 ripe tomatoes, 1/2 red onion, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  7. Add the diced avocado to the bowl with the other vegetables. It's best to add the avocado at this stage to ensure it doesn't get too mashed during the mixing process.
    1 large ripe avocado
  8. Pour the prepared lime dressing over the salad ingredients.
  9. Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can bruise the avocado and tomatoes.
  10. The Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad is best served immediately. You can garnish it with a few extra cilantro leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat if desired.

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Not recommended for freezing.