Fresh Avocado Salad with Cucumber, Red Onion, and Lime Recipe
This refreshing avocado salad combines creamy ripe avocados with crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime dressing for a light, vibrant side dish or snack. Ready in just 10 minutes, it features a delightful balance of textures and tangy flavors, enhanced with a hint of chili and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 big ripe avocados, cut into quarters then 1 cm (0.4″) slices
- 3 cucumbers (~17 cm / 7″ long), sliced into 4 mm (1/6″) rounds
- 1/4 red onion, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp dill, finely chopped (optional but recommended)
- 2 tbsp coriander/cilantro leaves, roughly chopped (optional but recommended)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice, adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp chilli flakes / red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 tsp cooking / kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the avocado slices, cucumber rounds, finely sliced red onion, chopped dill, and cilantro leaves in a large bowl. These fresh ingredients form the base of your salad.
- Add Dressing and Season: Drizzle the lime juice and extra virgin olive oil over the salad ingredients. Sprinkle the kosher salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes on top to add seasoning and a subtle heat.
- Toss Gently: Using your hands, gently toss the salad to evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing and seasonings. Be careful to separate the avocado slices delicately to maintain their shape.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and add more lime juice if desired to enhance the acidity and brightness of the flavors.
- Serve: Transfer the tossed salad into a serving bowl and enjoy immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness.
- Fresh dill and coriander are optional but add wonderful herbal notes.
- Adjust lime juice and chili flakes to preferred taste levels.
- Serve immediately to prevent avocado browning.
