Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad is perfect for warm days and cheerful gatherings. Each bite offers a medley of juicy tomatoes, crispy cucumbers, and creamy avocados, drizzled with a zesty dressing.
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or jar for dressing
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Chop the Vegetables
- Rinse the tomatoes and cucumber under cool water. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumber into rounds. Peel half of the cucumber skin in stripes before slicing.
- Tip: Choose ripe, fragrant tomatoes for the best flavor.
Step 2: Prepare the Avocado
- Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh with a spoon, and cut it into cubes.
Step 3: Slice the Onion and Herbs
- Finely chop the red onion and cilantro or parsley.
- Tip: To reduce onion's bite, soak it in cold water before adding to the salad.
Step 4: Mix the Dressing
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Step 5: Combine and Serve
- In a mixing bowl, gently toss all vegetables with dressing until coated. Serve immediately.
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