Description
Summer is the perfect time for light and nourishing salads, and this easy cucumber avocado salad with a hint of cilantro and a refreshing vinaigrette is just what you need. Packed with fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, this salad will not only elevate any meal but also keep you full and satisfied.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- 1 large cucumber, peeled, deseeded, and sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, chopped or sliced
- 2–3 scallions, finely sliced
- A handful of cilantro leaves
- Sea salt flakes
- Freshly ground pepper
- A squeeze of lime juice
- Optional: A sprinkle of sumac
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small jar, combine the red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Cover and shake until emulsified. Set aside.
- Peel and deseed the cucumber using a vegetable peeler and a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds. Slice the cucumber.
- Peel the avocado, remove the pit, and chop or slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, avocado, cilantro leaves, and finely sliced scallions.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad. Gradually add sea salt flakes and freshly ground pepper to taste.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of sumac (if using).
- Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter.
- This salad can be served as a side dish or as part of a tapas meal. Enjoy!