Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer with this Avocado Salad with Tomatoes, a refreshing dish that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light meals at home. This salad combines creamy avocado with juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, all drizzled with a zesty dressing. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—and is both nutritious and delicious. Whether served as a standalone dish or as a side alongside grilled meats, this salad is sure to impress with its colorful presentation and customizable flavors. Elevate your summer dining experience with this easy recipe that’s packed with healthy fats and essential nutrients.
Ingredients
- 4 small cucumbers, diced
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Prepare the avocado by dicing and adding it to the bowl along with thinly sliced red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe avocados for optimal creaminess. Chill the salad for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors. Feel free to customize by adding bell peppers or corn for an extra crunch.