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Refreshing Cucumber and Avocado Salad

Refreshing Cucumber and Avocado Salad for Summer Bliss

This Refreshing Cucumber and Avocado Salad is the perfect healthy dish for summer, combining crisp cucumbers and creamy avocados for a delightful light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Salad
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Choose firm, smooth-skinned for best texture.
  • 2 Avocados Opt for ripe avocados that yield slightly to pressure.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped; substitute parsley if preferred.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; can use dried garlic in lesser quantity.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Optional; can substitute with red onion or chives.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for zesty brightness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste for extra tanginess.
For Storage or Serving
  • 1 Airtight Container For storing leftovers.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash cucumbers thoroughly under cold water, slice in half lengthwise, and cut into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Halve the avocados, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl; cube and add to cucumbers along with cilantro.
  3. Gently stir together the cubed cucumbers, avocados, and cilantro until evenly distributed.
  4. Sprinkle minced garlic and, if using, chopped green onions over the mixture; season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Squeeze lime juice and drizzle lemon juice over salad; toss gently to coat the ingredients.
  6. Cover salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
  7. Before serving, garnish with additional cilantro; serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Add lime juice to prevent browning of avocados.

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