Sesame Free Vegan Fresh Avocado Cucumber Salad
Creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a bright lime-cumin dressing come together in a salad that feels fresh, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, making it one of those recipes you'll reach for on busy weeknights or lazy summer afternoons. Sesame can sneak into dressings and store-bought salads in surprising ways — tahini, sesame oil, and toasted seeds are everywhere — so having a go-to recipe built entirely around olive oil and lime juice is a real relief. The dressing here is simple but punchy: citrus, cumin, and a little heat from optional jalapeño give it a personality that punches well above its weight. Folding in the avocado at the end keeps the cubes intact and lush rather than turning the whole bowl into guacamole. Fresh cilantro ties everything together with an herby lift that makes each bite feel bright and clean. Serve it immediately for the best texture, or prep the vegetables ahead and add the avocado right before eating.
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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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