Pork Free Cucumber Avocado Lime Salad
Bright, creamy, and refreshingly simple, this cucumber avocado lime salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Crisp English cucumber and buttery avocado chunks get tossed in a punchy lime and olive oil dressing, with fresh cilantro adding an herby lift that ties everything together. A pinch of red pepper flakes on top gives it just enough heat to keep things interesting without overwhelming the cool, mellow base. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from pork and pork-derived products, so there's zero label-reading stress — just clean, whole-food cooking from start to finish. The key move is folding the avocado in gently at the end so it stays in satisfying chunks rather than turning into a mash. Serve it immediately for the best texture, though the lime juice does a great job of keeping the avocado looking vibrant. Whether it's a weeknight side or a backyard cookout staple, this salad earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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