Honey Free Vegan Fresh Avocado Cucumber Salad
Creamy avocado meets crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a bright lime-cumin dressing in a salad that feels both refreshing and satisfying. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with zero cooking required, making it an ideal choice when you want something vibrant on the table fast. Many store-bought dressings and pre-made salads sneak in sweeteners like honey or agave, but this one keeps things completely clean — the flavor comes entirely from fresh lime juice, good olive oil, and a handful of bold spices. Folding the avocado in last is the key move here, keeping those cubes intact so every bite has that luscious, buttery texture rather than turning into guacamole. A little jalapeño adds a welcome kick if you're into heat, and the fresh cilantro ties everything together with an herby finish. Serve it immediately after tossing so the avocado stays bright green and the cucumbers hold their satisfying crunch.
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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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