Description
A fresh, vibrant Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad that’s perfect for a quick and healthy meal or side dish. This colorful salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and aromatic fresh herbs, all tossed in a tangy and slightly sweet white balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for warm weather or anytime you want a light, nutritious option.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced into half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1 small-medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, parsley, and basil), chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon whole grain Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon dried garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: Add the thinly sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, cubed avocado, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh herbs into a large serving bowl. This ensures all the fresh components are ready for dressing.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, add white balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, whole grain Dijon mustard, honey, Italian seasoning, dried garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the dressing emulsifies and becomes well combined.
- Toss and serve: Pour as much dressing over the salad as you prefer and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. For a more generous flavor, use all the dressing; alternatively, lightly dress your salad and store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve the salad immediately to prevent the avocado from browning and maintain freshness.
Notes
- For best taste, consume the salad immediately after tossing to avoid avocado browning.
- Leftover dressing can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to adjust the herbs based on your preference or what you have on hand.
- This salad is perfect as a side dish or light main course.
- If you prefer, substitute white balsamic vinegar with apple cider vinegar for a different flavor profile.
