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Fresh Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad with Easy Healthy Lemon Vinaigrette

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A refreshing and easy-to-make salad combining creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and juicy tomatoes, brightened with a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for hot days and light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium cucumber, peeled if desired, diced
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), chopped (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dry the cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs. Peel and dice the avocado and cucumber into roughly ½-inch pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion and herbs. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Make the lemon vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and honey until well combined and slightly emulsified.
  3. Toss the salad: In a medium mixing bowl, gently combine the avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and herbs. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss very gently to coat everything evenly without mashing the avocado. Tossing carefully takes about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Season and adjust: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Give the salad one last gentle toss. Taste and adjust lemon juice or seasoning if needed.
  5. Let it rest (optional): Let the salad sit uncovered at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle, or serve immediately for a fresh crunch.

Notes

Work quickly when dicing avocado and store cut pieces with a little lemon juice to slow browning. Avoid overmixing once vinaigrette is added to keep avocado intact. Fresh herbs are recommended for brightness. The salad can be prepped ahead but add avocado last to prevent browning.

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Keywords: avocado salad, cucumber salad, tomato salad, lemon vinaigrette, healthy salad, summer salad, easy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad

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