Name: Fresh Lime Avocado Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados, diced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 English cucumber, diced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped; 1 small jalapeño, finely sliced (optional); 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Description

This fresh and easy Avocado Salad combines creamy, ripe avocado with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp English cucumber, sharp red onion, and vibrant fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Tossed in a zesty and slightly sweet lime dressing with garlic and cumin, this salad is bursting with bright, healthy flavors and comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch, side dish, or light dinner.

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 ripe avocados, diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 English cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
1 small jalapeño, finely sliced (optional)

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and slightly emulsified.
Combine the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro or parsley, and finely sliced jalapeño if using. Toss gently to mix.
Add avocado: Carefully fold in the diced ripe avocado to the vegetable mixture, making sure not to mash the avocado but to keep nice chunks intact for creaminess.
Dress: Pour the prepared lime dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshest texture and flavors, as the avocado may brown if left to sit too long.

Notes

Use avocados that are ripe but still firm to maintain good texture and prevent mushiness.
For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup in the dressing.
Add black beans, chickpeas, or corn to make the salad heartier and more filling.
Include grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein if desired.
Best served immediately to avoid avocado browning and maintain freshness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad, Side Dish, Lunch
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American