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Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Easy Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe

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A refreshing and easy-to-make salad featuring crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a bright, zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for warm weather or a light, satisfying side.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or cilantro (optional)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cucumber and tomatoes under cold water. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds about 1/8 inch thick. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the avocado into medium-sized chunks.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness (optional). Drain and pat dry.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, red onion (if using), and chopped herbs. Pour over the lemon vinaigrette and gently toss until evenly coated, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Serve immediately for best freshness. If needed, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour, adding dressing just before serving if prepared in advance.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Slice vegetables uniformly for best texture and dressing coverage. Freshly squeeze lemon juice for optimal flavor. Emulsify dressing well by whisking or shaking. Add dressing just before serving to keep salad fresh. Optional to soak red onion to mellow sharpness. Variations include adding proteins like chickpeas or feta, swapping herbs, or roasting tomatoes for smoky flavor.

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