MSG Free Romaine Avocado Lime Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(22)

Crisp romaine, creamy avocado, and cool cucumber come together in a salad that feels genuinely refreshing — the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. The dressing is a bright, tangy blend of fresh lime juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of cumin, whisked together in seconds and completely homemade from start to finish. That matters more than it might seem, because bottled dressings and seasoning packets are some of the sneakiest places hidden additives show up — here, every ingredient is straightforward and clean. Thinly sliced radishes add a peppery crunch, fresh cilantro brings herby lift, and the avocado slices laid over the top make the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. A handful of pumpkin seeds scattered over the top adds a satisfying nuttiness if you want a little extra texture. Everything comes together in one large bowl with minimal prep, making this an easy go-to when you want something vibrant and wholesome without any guesswork about what's actually in your food.

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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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