Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make cucumber avocado salad perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. This salad features thinly sliced cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy lime dressing with a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. It’s quick to prepare and packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 3 green onions (scallions), sliced
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers: Start by washing your cucumbers under cold water. Slice them thinly for a crisp texture that blends well with the other ingredients.
- Dice the avocados: Slice your ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and cut into bite-sized cubes to add creaminess to the salad.
- Slice the green onions: Thinly slice the green onions, using both the white and green parts, providing a mild onion flavor and color contrast.
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the sliced cucumbers, diced avocados, and sliced green onions.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Add optional heat: Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if you prefer a little heat and spice in your salad.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the salad right away for the best flavor and texture, as the avocado is freshest and the cucumbers remain crisp.
Notes
- For extra freshness, chill the cucumbers before slicing.
- Use ripe but firm avocados to maintain salad texture.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice according to your taste preference.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be omitted or increased based on desired spice level.
- This salad is best served immediately to prevent avocado browning.
