Celery Free Avocado Cucumber Salad
Crisp cucumber and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and this bright, herb-forward salad brings them together in the most refreshing way. A golden dressing made with apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and turmeric ties everything together with a subtle warmth and tang that feels anything but ordinary. Scallions add a gentle bite, while torn cilantro and optional fresh mint keep the whole bowl tasting light and vibrant. The entire dish comes together in one large bowl with a quick whisk and a gentle fold — no cooking required, no complicated steps. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of celery and celery derivatives, you can dig in without scanning labels or second-guessing a single component. It's the kind of salad that works as a quick weekday side or a standout dish at a summer gathering, and it's best served right away so the avocado stays perfectly creamy.
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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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