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Fresh Viral Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Recipe Easy Healthy Lime Cilantro Dressing

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A bright, refreshing salad combining crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado with a tangy lime and cilantro dressing. Perfect for quick, healthy meals and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Peel and dice the cucumbers into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. Chop the tomatoes into similar-sized chunks. Dice the avocado last to prevent browning. Finely mince red onion and garlic if using.
  2. Make the Dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and honey (if using). Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust to taste.
  3. Toss the Salad (3 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle dressing over the top and gently toss with a spoon or salad tongs, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  4. Final Seasoning (1 minute): Taste and add extra salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired. Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Pat dry cucumbers and tomatoes to prevent watery salad. Toss gently to keep avocado intact. Prepare avocado and dressing just before serving to maintain freshness and color. Optional additions include jalapeño slices for heat, crumbled feta or queso fresco for dairy, and toasted pepitas or nuts for texture.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, avocado salad, tomato salad, lime dressing, cilantro, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad, summer salad, easy salad

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