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Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Easy Recipe with Zesty Lemon Dressing

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A fresh, vibrant salad combining crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado with a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a quick, light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel the cucumber if preferred and dice into bite-sized cubes (about 1/2 inch). Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion if using. Dice the ripe avocado just before mixing to prevent browning.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, and the minced garlic clove. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, gently combine the diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, sliced onion, and diced avocado. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss carefully to coat everything evenly without smashing the avocado.
  4. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley or cilantro on top for garnish. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Dice avocado just before mixing to prevent browning. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Toss gently to avoid mushing avocado. Store salad and dressing separately if making ahead; add avocado and dressing just before serving.

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