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Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

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A quick, easy, and healthy summer side dish featuring fresh cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a bright lemon herb vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 3 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces (about 1/2 inch cubes). Chop the tomatoes into similar-sized chunks, keeping them juicy but not watery. Dice the avocado last to avoid browning; set it aside in a small bowl.
  2. Finely mince the red onion, parsley, and basil to release their flavors.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped dill, and honey (if using). Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and herbs. Pour the vinaigrette over the top and gently toss to coat everything evenly, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  5. Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld. Give it one last gentle toss before serving.

Notes

To keep avocado from browning, add it just before serving and store leftovers tightly covered. If prepping ahead, keep dressing separate and toss before serving. Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Whisk vinaigrette thoroughly to prevent separation. Drain excess tomato juice if salad seems watery.

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

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