Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant blend of cucumber, tomato, avocado, and a zesty lemon dressing for a fresh, light dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, diced
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, finely sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, finely sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
05 - Transfer to serving plates and serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, making it perfect for those days when you're tired but want something that feels special.
  • The bright acidity of lemon cuts through the creamy avocado in a way that makes your mouth wake up.
  • You can eat it immediately or pack it for lunch without worrying about complicated prep the night before.
02 -
  • Avocado oxidizes and browns within minutes of being cut—if you're not eating the salad right away, toss it with the dressing immediately, as the acid slows browning significantly.
  • The dressing must be emulsified before it touches the salad, or the oil will separate and you'll end up with greasy patches instead of an even coat.
03 -
  • Keep your avocados in the fridge until the moment before slicing—cold avocados are firmer and less likely to fall apart when you're cutting and tossing them.
  • Make extra dressing and store it separately for up to three days; it's wonderful on grilled vegetables, fish, or even as a dip for bread.
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