Mushroom Free Avocado Cucumber Salad
Crisp cucumber and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and this bright, herbaceous salad brings them together in the most refreshing way. The dressing is where things get interesting — a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and turmeric gives every bite a warm, slightly tangy depth that feels anything but ordinary. Scallions add a mild sharpness, while torn cilantro and optional fresh mint keep the whole bowl feeling light and garden-fresh. Because every single ingredient here is whole and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about hidden fungi sneaking in through a sauce, seasoning blend, or store-bought dressing. The key to pulling it off is folding the dressing in gently so those avocado chunks stay lush and intact rather than turning into mush. It comes together in minutes and is best served right away while the cucumbers are still crisp and the colors are vivid. Whether you're pairing it with grilled protein or eating it straight from the bowl, this one is genuinely hard to stop eating.
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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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