Description
This refreshing and creamy Avocado Lover’s Dream Salad is a must-try for anyone who adores avocados! Packed with fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a zesty homemade dressing, it’s a light yet satisfying meal perfect for lunch or as a side dish. Customize it with feta cheese, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs for extra flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- ¼ cup toasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro or basil, chopped (optional)
Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and avocado.
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Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle with feta cheese (if using), toasted nuts, and fresh herbs (if using).
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice (or balsamic vinegar), honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Assemble the Salad:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
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Serve Immediately:
- Enjoy this fresh and creamy avocado salad while it’s crisp and flavorful!
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
- Substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it for a dairy-free option.
- Use different types of nuts or seeds for variety in crunch and flavor.
- Store leftovers separately (avocado may brown if stored after mixing).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg (without feta cheese)
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg (without feta cheese)