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Fresh Cucumber Avocado Salad Recipe Easy Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette

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A refreshing and easy-to-make salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for warm weather, quick lunches, or as a vibrant side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced (English cucumbers work well for fewer seeds)
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Peel cucumbers if desired, then slice thinly about 1/8 inch thick. Scoop out seeds if very seedy. Dice avocados into roughly 1/2-inch cubes. Thinly slice red onion and chop cilantro or parsley if using.
  2. Make the Lemon Vinaigrette (5 minutes): In a small bowl or jar, combine lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Whisk or shake until blended. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking vigorously to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss the Salad (3 minutes): Place cucumber slices, avocado cubes, and red onion in a mixing bowl. Drizzle about two-thirds of the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat without breaking up the avocado. Taste and add more dressing if desired. Season with extra salt and pepper if needed.
  4. Garnish and Serve (2 minutes): Sprinkle chopped cilantro or parsley on top. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. If holding, keep covered in fridge and toss gently before serving.

Notes

Do not mix avocado with dressing too early to prevent browning; toss avocado just before serving. If garlic flavor is too strong, let vinaigrette sit for 10 minutes before using. Soak red onion slices in cold water for 5 minutes to soften sharpness. Add oil slowly when whisking vinaigrette to emulsify properly.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, avocado salad, lemon vinaigrette, fresh salad, healthy salad, easy salad, summer salad, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian

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