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A bowl of ssummer salad containing cherry tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, and red onion.

Easy Summer Salad Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Make this summer salad if you want flavor, freshness, and feel-good vibes in one dish. Packed with crisp and vibrant veggies tossed in a flavorful homemade sauce, it’s the ultimate warm-weather go-to. No long prep or cooking required to make this gorgeous avocado tomato salad with cucumber - simply mix, toss, and chill.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 474 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 large avocados diced
  • 1 pound cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium English cucumber
  • ½ medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium lemon juiced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add avocado, cherry tomatoes, and onion to a large bowl.
  • Cut the cucumber in quarters lengthwise and dice. Then, add to the bowl.
  • Pour in lemon juice and olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a milder onion flavor, soak red onion slices in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • Mix the salad gently, especially once the avocado is in - toss with care to avoid mashing it and turning the salad into guacamole.
  • Lemon and olive oil are simple, but a little salt and pepper (or even a pinch of chili flakes) can take the whole bowl to the next level.
Serve: Serve alongside protein-packed mains, scoop it onto tacos or grain bowls, or pair it with crusty bread or pita chips for something simpler.
Store: To make ahead, chop all the veggies except the avocado and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. When you're ready to serve, add freshly diced avocado and a squeeze of lemon juice. Leftovers should be eaten within a day.

Nutrition

Calories: 474kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gSodium: 335mgPotassium: 1808mgFiber: 18gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1574IUVitamin C: 107mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 4mg
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