Cucumber avocado salad

Refreshing Cucumber Avocado Salad Recipe: A delightful mix of crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, fresh coriander leaves, zesty lemon juice, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Perfect for a quick, healthy snack or side dish! Ready in minutes.

  • 20 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Cucumber avocado salad

This refreshing cucumber avocado salad is the perfect blend of creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and zesty lemon juice. Enhanced with fresh coriander and a hint of salt and pepper, it's a simple yet delicious dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to complement your main course.

Ingredients:

1/2 cucumber
100g
1/4 avocado
50g
1 tsp coriander leaves
1g
1 tsp lemon juice
5g
2 dash salt
0.80g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cucumber:
- Rinse the cucumber thoroughly under cold water.
- Cut the cucumber lengthwise in half and then into thin slices or small cubes, depending on your preference.
- Place the cucumber pieces in a large mixing bowl.
2. Prepare the Avocado:
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
- Scoop out a quarter of the avocado flesh and cut it into small cubes.
- Add the avocado cubes to the bowl with the cucumber.
3. Add Coriander:
- Finely chop the coriander leaves.
- Sprinkle the chopped coriander over the cucumber and avocado mixture.
4. Season the Salad:
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad.
- Add two dashes of salt and one dash of black pepper to the bowl.
5. Mix and Serve:
- Gently toss all the ingredients together to ensure they are evenly combined and the dressing is well-distributed.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as desired.
6. Serve Immediately:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish.
- Enjoy your fresh and healthy cucumber avocado salad immediately for the best taste and texture.

Tips:

- Ensure the avocado is ripe by giving it a gentle squeeze; it should yield slightly but not feel too mushy.

- Chill the cucumber in the refrigerator before preparing the salad for an extra refreshing dish.

- Feel free to adjust the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to your taste preferences.

- For an added twist, consider adding a teaspoon of olive oil or a few cherry tomatoes.

- Serve the salad immediately after preparing to maintain its fresh and crisp texture.

With minimal ingredients and a quick prep time, this cucumber avocado salad is a delicious and healthy option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. It's sure to become a go-to recipe whenever you need a fresh and vibrant dish. Enjoy it immediately after preparing for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size160 grams
Energy
Calories 100kcal5%
Protein
Protein 1.70g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 8g2%
Fiber 3.92g10%
Sugar 2.15g2%
Fat
Fat 7g9%
Saturated 1.10g4%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 12ug1%
Choline 14mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.10mg8%
Vitamin B3 0.98mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.17mg10%
Vitamin B9 50ug12%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 10mg11%
Vitamin E 1.10mg7%
Vitamin K 30ug25%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.14mg16%
Iron, Fe 0.59mg5%
Magnesium, Mg 27mg7%
Phosphorus, P 50mg4%
Potassium, K 400mg12%
Selenium, Se 0.52ug1%
Sodium, Na 320mg21%
Zinc, Zn 0.53mg5%
Water
Water 140g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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