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Avocado Salad

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  1. This avocado salad combines creamy avocados with crisp vegetables and a zesty citrus dressing for a refreshing, healthy dish. Perfect as a side, light lunch, or topping for grilled proteins.

Ingredients

  1. 2 ripe avocados, diced
  2. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  3. 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
  4. 1/2 cucumber, diced
  5. 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  6. 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
  7. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  8. 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  9. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  10. Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  11. Optional: 1/2 cup corn kernels
  12. Optional: 1/4 cup diced bell peppers or 1 minced jalapeño

Instructions

Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and dice the flesh into bite-sized pieces.

  1. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice red onion, and chop cucumber.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs and any optional add-ins like feta or corn.
  7. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent mushy texture.
  • Add citrus just before serving to maintain freshness.
  • Optional ingredients like feta or corn add variety and depth.
  • Best consumed immediately to avoid browning.

Nutrition

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