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Savory Cucumber-Avocado Salad

A refreshing salad combining crunchy cucumbers and creamy avocados, perfect for quick and healthy lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium cucumbers, diced
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • a pinch red pepper flakes (optional) For an additional kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing and chopping your cucumbers, avocados, and cherry tomatoes.
  2. Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced cucumbers, avocados, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
  2. Be careful not to mash the avocado as you mix.
Dressing the Salad
  1. Squeeze the lime juice over the salad.
  2. Season it with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes for an extra zing.
Final Mixing
  1. Use a spatula to gently toss everything together, ensuring that the avocado and lime juice coat the other ingredients evenly.
Serving
  1. This salad is best served fresh, so enjoy it right away!

Notes

For substitutions, consider using zucchini instead of cucumbers or adding bell peppers for extra crunch. Prepare the salad just before serving to keep it fresh.