Gut Friendly Avocado Cucumber Salad
Cool, creamy, and vibrant, this salad is the kind of dish that looks impressive but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a whisk. Crisp English cucumber and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and the scallions and fresh cilantro add just enough brightness to keep every bite interesting. The dressing is where the real magic happens — apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and turmeric bring anti-inflammatory, digestion-friendly power without any complicated prep. Ginger and turmeric are both well-regarded for supporting a happy gut, and apple cider vinegar has long been a staple in gut-conscious cooking, so this dressing earns its place beyond just flavor. The folding technique keeps the avocado in satisfying chunks rather than turning the whole thing into a mash, which means you get texture in every forkful. A scatter of fresh mint at the end is optional but genuinely worth it if you have it on hand. Serve it immediately for the best color and creaminess — this one is at its peak the moment it hits the table.
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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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