Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
My Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad recipe is an absolute family favorite! In just 10 minutes, I have a fresh and colorful mix of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and protein-packed chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing for the perfect healthy side dish.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 135kcal
Ingredients
For The Salad
- 10½ oz container red cherry tomatoes quartered
- 10½ oz container yellow cherry tomatoes quartered
- 15 oz can chickpeas drained, rinsed
- 1½ English cucumbers peeled, halved lengthwise, sliced
- 1 Hass avocado peeled, cored, diced (ripe but semi-firm)
- 3 oz feta cheese crumbled
For The Dressing
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅛ tsp salt more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
- ½ tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Toss all of the salad ingredients (tomatoes through feta) together in a large bowl.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients together.
- Add the dressing to the salad and toss until combined.
Notes
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- My #1 Secret Tip for making the best Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad is to let it marinate for at least two hours before serving. I know it’s tempting to dig in right away, but trust me, the wait is worth it. Giving the ingredients time to soak up the lemon dressing brings out all the fresh, bright flavors and makes every bite even more delicious.
- Vary your herbs: I love switching up the fresh herbs in the dressing to keep things interesting. Basil and oregano are my go-to, but parsley, dill, or marjoram add a fun twist.
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- Chop the same size: I always cut my veggies to match the size of the chickpeas so every bite feels balanced. It makes the salad look great and gives it the perfect texture.
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- Use ripe but firm avocados: I always pick an avocado that is just ripe but still slightly firm. This way, it holds its shape in the salad instead of turning mushy.
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- Toss gently: Since avocado is delicate, I mix everything carefully with a spoon instead of stirring too hard.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.1g | Protein: 5.1g | Fat: 6.1g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Sodium: 255mg | Fiber: 4.3g | Sugar: 2.5g