Avocado Cucumber Salad Recipe 🥑🥒
A refreshing, crunchy, and creamy salad perfect as a side dish or a light meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado, cubed
- ½ cucumber, sliced or cubed
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts (or cashews), chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime or lemon juice
- ½ tsp honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
- ½ tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare Ingredients: Cut the avocado and cucumber into bite-sized pieces, and thinly slice the red onion.
2️⃣ Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lime/lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and garlic powder.
3️⃣ Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine avocado, cucumber, red onion, and chopped herbs.
4️⃣ Mix Well: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
5️⃣ Top & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped peanuts or cashews for a crunchy texture. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories: ~250-300 kcal
- Protein: ~4g
- Carbs: ~15g
- Healthy Fats: ~20g
Benefits:
✅ Rich in Healthy Fats – Avocado provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
✅ Hydrating & Refreshing – Cucumber helps with hydration and digestion.
✅ Packed with Antioxidants – Lime, parsley, and chili flakes boost immunity.
✅ Great for Skin & Hair – Avocado and olive oil improve skin elasticity and hair health.
Q&A
❓ Can I make this ahead of time?
✔ Yes, but add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
❓ Can I add protein to this salad?
✔ Absolutely! Try adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or feta cheese.
❓ What can I use instead of peanuts?
✔ Swap with almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds, or leave them out for a nut-free version.
Would you like any modifications to the recipe? 😊