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Cucumber Avocado Salad

A refreshing, creamy, and vibrant salad made with crisp cucumbers, ripe avocado, herbs, and fresh lemon dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 large cucumbers sliced or diced
  • 2 ripe avocados diced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or cilantro chopped
Dressing
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra-virgin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Slice or dice the cucumbers and add them to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the diced avocado and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
  3. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  5. Gently toss everything together without mashing the avocado.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning; serve immediately or chill briefly.

Notes

For added freshness, refrigerate salad for 15 minutes before serving.