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Fresh Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Easy Lemon Herb Vinaigrette Recipe

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A refreshing and easy-to-make salad combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a bright lemon herb vinaigrette. Perfect for summer and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced (English cucumbers recommended)
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 2 medium cucumbers into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Halve 2 cups of cherry tomatoes. Dice 1 large ripe avocado into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice 1/4 cup of red onion. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Finely chop 2 tablespoons each of fresh parsley and dill. Toss the herbs gently into the bowl with the veggies.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup), and 1 minced garlic clove if using. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified and slightly thickened.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the veggies and herbs in the large bowl. Gently toss with a spatula or salad tongs to coat everything evenly without mashing the avocado.
  5. Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld. Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocado to avoid mushiness. Start with less vinaigrette to prevent sogginess. Fresh lemon juice is preferred over bottled. Slice cucumbers thinly for crispness. Toss avocado with lemon juice immediately to prevent browning. Salad is best served fresh but can be prepped ahead by keeping avocado and dressing separate.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, tomato salad, avocado salad, lemon herb vinaigrette, fresh salad, summer salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad

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