Pecan Free Romaine Avocado Lime Salad
Crisp romaine, creamy avocado, and cool cucumber come together in a salad that feels genuinely refreshing — the kind of dish that disappears fast at the table. A bright lime and cumin dressing ties everything together with just enough tang and warmth to make each bite interesting. Thinly sliced radishes add a satisfying crunch and a pop of color, while fresh cilantro keeps the whole bowl tasting lively and clean. Tree nuts can sneak into store-bought dressings and salad kits more often than you'd expect, so building this one from scratch with simple pantry staples is a smart and easy workaround. The dressing comes together in minutes with a quick whisk, and the whole salad is assembled in one large bowl — no fuss, no special equipment. If you want a little extra texture, the optional pumpkin seeds are a great finishing touch that keeps things completely safe. Serve it immediately after dressing so the romaine stays crisp and the avocado looks its best.
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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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