Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado (Printable)

A vibrant salad featuring fresh cucumber, juicy tomato, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, sliced
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Cheese

05 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 2.6 ounces)

→ Herbs

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta, chopped parsley, and optional mint over the salad, then toss lightly once more to combine without breaking the avocado.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enhance freshness before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Refreshing and vibrant combination of fresh vegetables
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a handful of pitted Kalamata olives
  • Substitute feta with goat cheese or omit for a vegan version
03 -
  • Use ripe avocado for the creamiest texture
  • Toss gently to maintain the texture of the vegetables and cheese
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