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Fresh Crispy Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Easy Recipe with Lime Zest

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A fresh, crisp, and vibrant salad combining cucumber, tomatoes, and creamy avocado with a bright lime zest dressing. Perfect for quick summer meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced or diced
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or small dice. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the ripe avocado just before assembling to prevent browning.
  2. Chop the herbs and onion: Finely chop the cilantro or parsley and, if using, the red onion. Mince the onion finely to avoid overpowering bites.
  3. Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the fresh lime zest and juice with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk gently until slightly emulsified.
  4. Toss the salad: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, herbs, and onion. Pour the lime dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are coated without mashing the avocado.
  5. Season to taste: Adjust salt and pepper as needed. Add a splash more lime juice if desired for extra tang.
  6. Optional cheese addition: Sprinkle crumbled feta or cotija cheese on top for a creamy, salty finish.

Notes

Toss the salad just before serving to keep cucumber and avocado crisp. Keep avocado and dressing separate if prepping ahead to prevent browning. Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture. Salt after mixing to avoid watery salad. Optional red pepper flakes can add a spicy kick.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, avocado salad, tomato salad, lime zest, fresh salad, summer salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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