Mustard Free Avocado Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

Mustard Free Avocado Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

Creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a bright cilantro lime dressing come together in a salad that feels fresh, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying. The dressing is built entirely from olive oil, fresh lime juice, lime zest, garlic, and cumin — bold flavor without a drop of mustard or any of the prepared condiments that so often sneak it in. That's actually where a lot of store-bought dressings and vinaigrettes become a problem, so making your own here is both the smart and delicious move. A gentle fold keeps those avocado chunks intact, so every bite has that rich, buttery texture rather than a mushy mess. Optional black beans add a hearty, protein-packed element that turns this into a meal on its own. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with minimal prep, making it an easy go-to for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or any time you want something that looks impressive without much effort. Serve it immediately to keep everything at its freshest and most vibrant.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the salad

3 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 english cucumber, cut into ½-inch half-moons
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)

For the dressing

3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 tsp lime zest
1 small garlic clove, finely minced
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using, until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the avocado chunks, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and black beans, if using.

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