Celery Free Vegan Fresh Avocado Cucumber Salad
Creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes come together in a bright, zesty salad that feels like summer in a bowl. The lime-cumin dressing ties everything together with a citrusy kick, while fresh cilantro and a hint of jalapeño add just enough personality to keep things interesting. Every ingredient here is naturally free from celery and celery derivatives, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's safe and delicious straight from the produce aisle. The key to nailing this one is folding the avocado in gently at the end so it stays chunky and luscious rather than turning into guacamole. A quick taste-and-adjust moment before serving means you can dial up the lime or salt to exactly where you want it. This is the kind of dish that disappears fast at a cookout or works just as well as a weeknight side with virtually no effort involved.
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4 servings
- 2 large avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 large english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into ¼-inch half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
Add the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño, if using, to the bowl and toss gently to coat in the dressing.
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