Cucumber Avocado Salad Recipe
This refreshing cucumber avocado salad is light, creamy, and bursting with zesty lime flavor. Crisp cucumbers pair beautifully with buttery avocado and fresh green onions, all tossed in a simple dressing of olive oil, lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper for a quick and vibrant side dish.
Equipment
- Medium salad bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing spoon or tongs
- Citrus juicer
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp lime juice, from 1 medium lime
- 2 English cucumbers sliced
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large avocado pitted and sliced
- 1 tsp sea salt 3/4 tsp table salt, or to taste
- ⅓ cup green onion, half of a bunch chopped
Instructions
- Thinly slice cucumbers, dice avocado, and chop green onions before adding them to a medium salad bowl.
- Drizzle with fresh lime juice and olive oil, then season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss until the dressing evenly coats all ingredients.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use English or Persian cucumbers for a less watery, crunchier salad.
- If your avocado is too firm, let it sit at room temperature for a day to ripen.
- Add chopped cilantro or dill for an extra burst of freshness.
- For a protein boost, top with crumbled feta or toasted pumpkin seeds.