Fresh and simple salads make such wonderful dinnertime sides. And salads don't come much fresher, simpler, or more tasty than this Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad, dressed with a light, flavorful citrus and honey vinaigrette.
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Spring is coming! Spring is coming! Yes, I know ... the way the weather has been this winter, I can hardly believe it myself. But rest assured, spring is absolutely on its way. CLICK HERE TO PIN THIS FOR LATER
And along with the arrival of spring comes my desire to eat fresher, lighter, more produce-filled dishes.
Never fails.
Salads don't come much fresher, simpler, or more tasty than this Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad, dressed with a light, flavorful citrus and honey vinaigrette.
The weather turns a tad warmer, and I want to start cooking with more fruits and vegetables. Hmmmm ... is it the impending feeling that I'm going to be wearing shorts and sleeveless shirts soon? Or, is it the knowledge that the farmers market and farm stands will soon be chock full with deliciously fresh locally-grown produce?
But what I do know is this is one desire I don't even have to think twice about giving in to.
So, with the blooming of the first spring flowers over the past couple of weeks, I've been whipping up this fresh and light Cucumber, Tomato, & Avocado Salad to help satisfy my produce cravings.
The body of this salad is a simple mix of English cucumber, grape tomatoes, ripe avocado, and cilantro.
It's then dressed with a fresh and ever-so-slightly-sweet citrus and honey vinaigrette. The dressing combination of fresh lemon juice, fresh lime juice, honey, and extra virgin olive oil is soooooo flavorful. And it's got just the right amount of sweetness ~ just a hint, without going over the top.
Our family absolutely loves it!
While this citrus & honey vinaigrette is wonderful on this Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad, I think it would be fantastic as dressing for other salads as well.
It would go beautifully with arugula or baby mixed greens. Experiment and see what you think!
So, are you ready to get your "spring" on with fabulous fresh produce?
The dressing's got just the right amount of sweetness ~ just a hint, without going over the top.
Pick up some cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado at your local farmer's market or farm stand today, whip up this tasty salad, and satisfy that spring desire to eat fresher, lighter, more produce-filled dishes.
With this salad's fabulous flavor, you'll be so glad you did!
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Yield: about 6-8 servings
Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad
Fresh and simple salads make such wonderful dinnertime sides. And salads don't come much fresher, simpler, or more tasty than this Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad, dressed with a light, flavorful citrus and honey vinaigrette.
prep time: 20 Mcook time: total time: 20 M
ingredients:
- 1 English cucumber, halved lengthwise & sliced
- 1/2 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 avocados, peeled & diced
- 1/2 c. chopped cilantro
- 3 T. fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 T. fresh lime juice
- 2 or 3 tsp. honey {depending on your personal taste ... we like this with 3 tsp.}
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 3 T. extra-virgin olive oil
instructions:
How to cook Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk with a fork until honey dissolves.
- Add the olive oil and whisk until well combined.
- Set aside.
Prepare the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, halved tomatoes, and cilantro. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
- Add dressing mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Enjoy these other delicious salads from The Kitchen is My Playground ...
Strawberry, Blueberry & Greens Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
Strawberry, Blueberry & Greens Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
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How do you keep the avocado from going brown when it is in the salad?
ReplyDeleteThe fresh lemon and lime juice in the dressing keeps the avocado from going brown. Have your dressing mixed up before cutting the avocado and pour the dressing on as soon as you've added the diced avocado, toss gently to coat ... and your avocado will stay green. Enjoy!
DeleteI love to make tomato and cucumber salad but your addition of the avocado and cilantro is genius. I am definitely trying this next time I make it. Thanks for sharing on Two Cup Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful and right up my alley. Avocado and cilantro is so good together. I'm now following you via fb, pinterest and twitter. :-) Stop by and say hello!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great fresh salad. I pinned it (seen on Saturday Night Fever)
ReplyDeleteSalads are my favorite lunch meal during the summer months. This one looks delicious! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteThis is a delicious summer salad! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and sure hope you have a great week!
ReplyDeleteMiz Helen
Your salad looks so refreshing and the dressing sounds amazing, I dont like a tart dressing sometimes to much vinegar so the juice would be a change
ReplyDeleteI have saved your recipe to give it a try, I would bet it would be tasty on a salad with strawberries. (I've been enjoying those a lot lately)
Thank you for sharing your delicious recipes each week on #omhgww and hope to see you again each week! Have a great weekend!
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ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI usually make this salad with dill. I definitely will change it up with your dressing.
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