Tree Nut 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 fresh, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying. The combination of textures here is what makes it so addictive — cool, crunchy vegetables against buttery chunks of avocado that just barely hold their shape when you fold everything together. A handful of cilantro and thinly sliced red onion round out the flavor, and if you like a little heat, a diced jalapeño takes the whole thing up a notch. The dressing comes together in seconds with pantry staples, so there's no complicated prep standing between you and a beautiful bowl. Since every ingredient is whole and plant-based, you never have to second-guess labels or worry about hidden nut-based oils sneaking in. This is the kind of recipe that works as a light lunch, a crowd-pleasing side at a cookout, or a quick weeknight addition to tacos or grain bowls. Make sure to serve it right away so the avocado stays vibrant and the cucumbers keep their satisfying snap.
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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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