An Avocado Salad is the perfect fresh and flavorful dish, especially if you love creamy avocados and light, crisp veggies! Here’s a simple, quick recipe for you to enjoy:
Avocado Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- A pinch of chili flakes or a small jalapeño (optional for a little heat)
Directions:
- Prepare the ingredients:
- Dice the avocados, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion, and chop the cilantro if using. Crumble the feta cheese if desired.
- Mix the salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Dress the salad:
- Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the salad. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). If you like a little heat, add chili flakes or a small diced jalapeño for a kick.
- Toss and serve:
- Gently toss everything together, making sure the avocado doesn’t get mashed. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed—sometimes a little extra lime juice or salt is just what it needs!
- Optional toppings:
- Add the crumbled feta for a creamy, tangy touch if desired. You could also sprinkle some sunflower or pumpkin seeds for extra crunch.
Serving Ideas:
- This avocado salad is fantastic on its own as a light lunch or snack.
- You can also serve it as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or even tacos.
- For added texture, throw in some tortilla chips for a “salad with crunch” vibe!
How do you usually like your avocado salad? Simple like this, or do you enjoy adding extra veggies or protein?