Shellfish Free Cucumber Avocado Lime Salad
Crisp cucumber and buttery avocado are a match made in summer heaven, and a bright lime dressing ties everything together with just the right amount of zing. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, making it an ideal choice when you want something fresh and satisfying without heating up the kitchen. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil gives the dressing a silky body, while torn cilantro adds an herby lift that keeps every bite feeling lively. If you like a little heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes scattered over the top takes it from simple to seriously craveable. Because every ingredient here is whole and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about what's in your bowl — no hidden sauces, no processed add-ins, just clean, vibrant food. The key to keeping it beautiful is folding the avocado in gently at the end so it stays in chunky, gorgeous pieces rather than turning into a mash. Serve it immediately after dressing so the cucumbers stay crisp and the avocado holds its color.
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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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