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Avocado Cucumber Crunch Salad

Avocado Cucumber Crunch Salad

This Avocado Cucumber Crunch Salad is the ultimate refreshing bite—creamy, crisp, tangy, and ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect as a light meal or vibrant side dish.

Ingredients

  • Avocados: 2 ripe, diced
  • Cucumber: 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • Green Onions: 2 stalks, finely sliced
  • Fresh Dill: 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Lemon Juice: Juice of 1 lemon
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon
  • Chili Flakes: ¼ teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Chill the mixing bowl to enhance the salad’s freshness.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss cucumber, avocado, and green onions together.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a separate small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently fold until coated.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Let the salad rest for 5 minutes so flavors meld.
  6. Finishing Touches: Top with fresh dill and a pinch more chili flakes if desired.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled immediately as a side, main, or on toast.

Notes

  • Use just-ripe avocados to avoid mushiness.
  • Add chickpeas or quinoa to make it heartier.
  • Store leftovers for up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
  • Swap dill with basil or parsley for a flavor twist.