Honey Free Cucumber Avocado Lime Salad
Bright, creamy, and refreshing, this cucumber avocado lime salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. The dressing is a simple whisk of fresh lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper — nothing more, nothing less — which means every ingredient earns its place. Crisp cucumber half-moons and buttery avocado chunks get folded together gently so the avocado stays in satisfying, intact pieces rather than turning into a mash. Torn cilantro adds a fresh, herby lift, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting. For anyone navigating sweetener-free eating, this one is naturally in the clear — there's no honey, agave, or any added sweetener hiding in the dressing, just pure citrus brightness. It comes together in minutes and is best served right away while the cucumbers are still crisp and the avocado is perfectly fresh.
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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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