Eggless Romaine Avocado Lime Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(22)

Crisp romaine, cool cucumber, and creamy avocado come together in a salad that feels genuinely refreshing — the kind of bowl you actually look forward to eating. The zesty lime-and-cumin dressing ties everything together with a bright, slightly smoky kick that store-bought dressings rarely manage to nail. Because the dressing is built entirely from olive oil, fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and spices, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden egg-based emulsifiers or creamy additives. Thinly sliced radishes add a satisfying crunch and a pop of color, while fresh cilantro keeps the whole thing lively and aromatic. Laying the avocado slices over the top rather than tossing them in means they stay intact and look beautiful right up until serving. A handful of pumpkin seeds scattered over the top adds a subtle nuttiness and a little extra texture if you want it. This is the kind of salad that comes together in minutes and disappears just as fast.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the salad

1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and sliced
1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
6 radishes, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (optional)

For the dressing

3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is emulsified and uniform.
2
Add the chopped romaine, cucumber, radishes, and cilantro to a large salad bowl and toss to combine.

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