Honey Free Romaine Avocado Lime Salad
Crisp romaine, creamy avocado, and cool cucumber come together in a salad that feels genuinely refreshing — the kind of thing you want to eat straight from the bowl before it even makes it to the table. The dressing is where this one really shines: fresh lime juice, a splash of apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and a pinch of cumin create a bright, tangy vinaigrette that's completely free of sweeteners. Many store-bought dressings and even homemade recipes sneak in honey or agave to balance acidity, but the natural tartness of the lime does all that work here without any added sweetness. Thinly sliced radishes add a peppery crunch, cilantro brings a herby lift, and the optional pumpkin seeds give the whole thing a satisfying, nutty finish. The avocado goes on last so it stays beautifully intact rather than getting mashed into the greens. It comes together in minutes and works just as well as a light lunch as it does alongside grilled proteins or tacos.
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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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