This refreshing and creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad combines crisp cucumbers with ripe avocados, tossed in a zesty lime dressing. It's a light, hydrating dish perfect for warm days, serving as a delightful side or a quick snack.
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Prepare the Vegetables: Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Slice it thinly and place it in a medium-sized bowl.
Add the Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado and add it to the bowl with the cucumber.
Season the Salad: Drizzle the lime juice and olive oil over the cucumber and avocado. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Optional Garnish: If using, sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve: Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light snack.
Calories: Approximately 94 kcal
Protein: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 316 mg
Potassium: 392 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 2 g
Vitamin A: 214 IU
Vitamin C: 10 mg
Calcium: 22 mg
Iron: 1 mg