Gelatin Free Cucumber Avocado Lime Salad
Crisp cucumber and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and a bright lime dressing ties them together in the most refreshing way. Every ingredient here is whole and plant-based, so there's zero concern about hidden animal-derived thickeners or setting agents that can sneak into store-bought dressings and pre-made salads. The lime juice and olive oil come together into a clean, tangy vinaigrette that coats the cucumbers beautifully without weighing anything down. Folding in the avocado gently is the key move — you want those creamy chunks to stay intact so every bite has a little richness alongside the crunch. Fresh cilantro adds an herby lift, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting. This is the kind of salad that disappears fast at a cookout or works just as well as a quick weeknight side.
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4 servings
- 2 medium english cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced into ¼-inch half-moons
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl and toss to coat evenly in the dressing.
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