Nutmeg Free Cucumber Avocado Lime Salad
Crisp cucumber, buttery avocado, and a bright hit of fresh lime come together in a salad that feels like summer in a bowl. The olive oil dressing is whisked together in minutes, coating every slice and chunk with just enough tang and richness to make the whole thing sing. Warm-weather recipes like this one are naturally free from the warming spices that sneak into so many dressings and spice blends, so you can dig in without scanning a single label. A handful of torn cilantro adds an herby lift, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it a gentle kick if you're in the mood. The key move here is folding the avocado in gently at the end — it keeps those chunks intact and luxurious rather than turning the whole thing into guacamole. Serve it straight away for the best texture, though a quick squeeze of extra lime right before plating never hurts.
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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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