Mediterranean Diet Friendly Avocado Cucumber Salad
This vibrant salad is everything you want on a warm day — cool, creamy, and bright with fresh herbs and a zingy dressing that pulls it all together. Crisp English cucumber and buttery avocado make a surprisingly satisfying pairing, while scallions and torn cilantro add layers of flavor without any fuss. The dressing is where things get interesting: extra-virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar form the base, then fresh ginger and turmeric bring a warm, earthy depth that feels anything but ordinary. Olive oil is a cornerstone of this style of eating, and leaning on it here instead of heavier dressings keeps the dish light and genuinely nourishing. Everything comes together in one large bowl with a gentle fold — no cooking required, no complicated technique. A scatter of fresh mint at the end is optional but highly recommended if you have it on hand. Serve it immediately so the avocado stays vibrant and the cucumbers keep their satisfying crunch.
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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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