Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
Enjoy a burst of freshness with each bite of this Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Salad with a delicious lemon dressing. This salad is easy to make, full of flavor, and ready in just 15 minutes.
There’s nothing quite like fresh, vibrant salad recipes to keep you cool and satisfied. One of my all-time favorites is the tomato, cucumber, and avocado salad. This delicious and nutritious dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a healthy snack, this salad ticks all the boxes.
Summer salads like this avocado, tomato, and cucumber salad are such a lifesaver when it comes to planning lunches and dinners. I tend to serve this dish for dinner alongside some fresh fruit on nights when I don’t want to heat the kitchen up by turning the oven on. If I am out of fresh avocados then I will make this cucumber and tomato salad with lemon poppyseed dressing. It’s just as refreshing and delicious.
I love this time of the year when you get fresh vegetables and fruits at the Farmer’s Market. It makes me a happy girl when I can make dishes like Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado Mix or serve this Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad or my summertime Pasta Salad for dinner with leftovers for the next day or two. That saves time and money!
Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
The fresher the ingredients, the better this salad will taste. Opt for ripe tomatoes and avocados for the best flavor. I like to use English cucumbers for my salads because they have thinner skin, fewer seeds, and can be a bit sweeter than regular ones. That said, I have used regular cucumbers many times, I just scoop the seeds out with a spoon before dicing them for salads.
This cucumber salad is a true celebration of summer’s bounty. It’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying dish that you can whip up in no time. Whether you’re enjoying it on its own or as a side to your favorite grilled dishes, it’s sure to be a hit. Give this recipe a try, and let the fresh flavors of summer delight your taste buds!
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Ingredients
The list of ingredients for this recipe can be found at your grocery store or even a local farmer’s market.
- avocados
- cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
- English cucumber (or a large regular cucumber, seeded)
- red onion
- lemon
- olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Directions to Make
Start by rinsing your produce and dry with a paper towel. Next, grab a cutting board and cut the cucumber in quarters lengthwise and then dice and add to a large bowl. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Peel and dice the avocados. Discard the pit of the avocado. Add the diced pieces to the bowl. Next, thinly slice the red onions and add to the bowl.
Juice the lemon and add the juice to the salad along with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
This salad is best the day it is made, but if you have leftovers, you can keep the salad in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you aren’t going to eat it right away or need to store it afterward, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the avocados to prevent them from browning. You can also wait to add the avocado until you are ready to serve to be safe!
Make this Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado Salad often this summer. It goes great with any meal.
Other Salad Recipes to Enjoy
If you enjoyed this salad, you may want to try these other salad recipes. Can’t go wrong with fresh summer salads.
- Bacon Tomato Pasta Salad
- Summer Fruit Salad with Ginger Infused Honey
- Daikon Radish and Cucumber Salad
- California Spaghtetti Salad
- Lightened Up Broccoli Salad
Salads make great dishes to take to potlucks, serve with holiday dinners, or when it’s just too hot to turn on the stove.
Farmers Market Week
This week is #FarmerMarketWeek for a few of my blogger friends and myself. We will be sharing recipes that you can make with foods from your local farmer’s market or grocery store. Many thanks to Jolene, from Jolene’s Recipe Journal, for hosting this year.
Whether you serve this vibrant veggie with avocado salad as a side or main dish, it will fit in with most types of eating styles. It’s healthy and so good!
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Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
Equipment
- Large bowl
- sharp knife
- lemon juicer
- large serving spoon
- salad bowls
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber or large regular cucumber, seeded
- ½ red onion
- 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash all the produce
- Cut the cucumber in quarters lengthwise and then dice; add to large bowl
- Cut the tomatoes in half and add to bowl
- Peel and dice the avocadoes, discard the pit. Add to bowl
- Thinly slice the red onion and add to bowl
- Juice the lemon and then add to the bowl along with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Chill 30 minutes before serving.
- This salad is best the day it is made, but if you have leftovers, you can keep the salad in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you aren’t going to eat it right away or need to store it afterward, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the avocados to prevent them from browning. You can also wait to add the avocado until you are ready to serve to be safe!
Notes
- To prepare this salad ahead of time, you can chop all the vegetables except for the avocadoes. Right before serving, add the avocadoes and the dressing.
- Get creative with the vegetables, add bell peppers or radishes for more crunch and color.
- Add herbs such as dill or basil to the salad.
- For a heartier salad, add cooked pasta to make a tomato cucumber pasta salad.
- Cooked diced chicken in this salad would be delicious to add.
Nutrition
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A perfect summer salad that will pair with whatever you are serving up.
Indeed it will!
Who needs anything else! This is the perfect summer salad/meal. Everything looks so appetizing.
Right! It’s so good!
I just adore a summer tomato salad…but adding avocados…well that just makes this salad simply irresistible!!!
It sure does!
I struggle with the timing of buying an avocado and actually having it be ripe when I need it but this looks so great that I am going to have to give it a go again!
Me either, I get my daughter to pick them out for me!
Nothing beats a bowl of fresh salad and this is my simple and tasty go to salad meal. Love the pictures.
Thank you!
My cherry tomatoes are coming in, so this is top of my list
Perfect! I keep checking ours…it’s been so hot I think they are rebelling.
I picture this being a go to side salad for so many dishes! And such simple but delicious flavors. Let all that in season flavor shine through!
We love it with a grilled burger!
This is the perfect summer salad full of color and yummy veggies!
I agree!