Caffeine Free Avocado Cucumber Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.8

(11)

This bright, refreshing salad is the kind of dish that looks stunning on the table without requiring much effort at all. Creamy avocado and crisp cucumber slices come together in a way that feels indulgent but stays completely light, and the golden turmeric dressing ties everything together with a subtle warmth. A splash of apple cider vinegar and freshly grated ginger give the dressing a lively kick that keeps every bite interesting. Scallions and torn cilantro add layers of flavor, while optional fresh mint takes the whole thing to another level if you have it on hand. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of caffeine — no hidden tea extracts, no chocolate, no coffee — so it's a genuinely worry-free choice for anyone keeping a close eye on their intake. The key to pulling it off is folding the dressing in gently so the avocado stays in beautiful chunks rather than turning into a mash. Best served right away while the cucumbers are still crisp and the colors are at their most vivid.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 medium english cucumbers, thinly sliced
2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
3 scallions, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn

For the dressing

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp salt, or to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, turmeric, and salt until combined and slightly emulsified.
2
Add the sliced cucumbers, avocado chunks, and scallions to a large mixing bowl.

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