Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado (Printable)

Refreshing mix of cucumber, tomato, avocado, feta, and herbs in a light lemon-olive oil vinaigrette.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, sliced
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Cheese

05 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75 g)

→ Herbs

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and optional chopped mint over the salad, then toss lightly to combine without breaking the avocado.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fresh and healthy ingredients
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • Use ripe avocados for best flavor and texture
  • For a vegan option, omit the feta or substitute with a vegan cheese
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the brightest flavor
  • Toss gently to keep avocado from mashing
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