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    Avocado Salad with Tomatoes

    Aug 25, 2022 · 18 Comments

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    Avocado salad with tomatoes is loaded with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fresh avocado slices! The creamy texture of avocado slices is what makes this simple salad stand out. This is my everyday salad recipe that is healthy and tasty. And also a good side dish for pot lucks or summer picnics!

    Avocado Salad with Tomatoes

    Avocado Salad with Tomatoes is fresh, light and refreshing. Simple ingredients in a basic dressing produce a bright and healthy salad you will enjoy all summer long. All you have to do is slice and toss everything in a super easy dressing. Summer party or picnic anyone? Guaranteed to be a hit at summer gatherings together with Tomato and Pomegranate Salad on a hot summer day!

    Cucumber Tomato Salad with Avocado

    Avocados! My favorite type of fat! I am also partial to summer salads, especially those with cucumbers and tomatoes. So fresh, nutritious and healthy! If you are looking for ways to incorporate the freshness of garden vegetables and creamy texture of avocado slices into a meal, I recommend that you pair this avocado salad with Lemon Garlic Chicken and Green Beans.

    HOW TO BUY AN AVOCADO

    How do you choose a good avocado? If you are intend to use your avocado the same day, choose the one that yields to firm pressure of your hand. That means it’s ripe and ready to eat. Ripe avocados are darker in color on the outside.

    Avocados that have a brighter color are best if you are buying them ahead. They will slowly ripen on your kitchen counter within just a couple of days.

    HEALTH BENEFITS OF AVOCADO

    Healthy fats and variety of vitamins. Outside of having little to no carbs, avocado is high in healthy fats. Not to mention, it contains many nutrients and vitamins that your body needs on a daily basis. Avocado is a good source of vitamin K, C, E, folate and potassium. So, consider this cucumber tomato salad a great healthy addition to your day.

    Avocado salad with tomatoes on a plate

    HOW TO MAKE SALAD DRESSING

    Extra virgin olive oil. I always use extra virgin olive oil cold first press. First cold pressed olive oil is from the first round of extraction from fresh olives. Since we are not heating this oil – it retains its full nutritional value in this healthy avocado salad.

    Red wine vinegar. Or is balsamic vinegar better? Red wine vinegar has a stronger flavor, but I like the fact that it’s is thin and watery compared to thicker and stickier balsamic vinegar. You can skip the vinegar if desired.

    Italian seasoning. I use either Italian or Sicilian seasoning in my salad, but this ingredient can definitely be omitted.

    Salt and pepper. Sea salt is a must! Salt is what makes or breaks this salad and I would recommend experimenting with the seasoning level to arrive at the taste you enjoy.

    RECIPE VARIATIONS

    You can really add a lot of flavor to the dish depending on what you like. Try adding different mix-ins to your salad. Here are a few suggestions that I’ve tried and liked.

    • Eggs. You can add hard-boiled, soft-boiled, or poached eggs. Adding an egg to a salad instantly transforms it into a protein powerhouse that is filling and delicious.
    • Olives. Do I add dark or green olives? I prefer Kalamata olives as they are the healthiest olives found on earth. They are darker olives with a smooth, meaty texture.
    • Pickles. They are crunchy and crisp and delicious in this avocado salad in small quantities.
    • Dried fruit. Dried fruit has more intense concentrated flavor. Since the moisture is removed, the sweetness is far more concentrated making it taste almost like a candy. I would chop a couple of dried pineapples or add a handful of dried cranberries to this avocado salad.
    • Bell Peppers. I prefer to always use red bell peppers in my salads, because they are sweet with a slight citrus flavor.

    HOW TO STORE AVOCADO SALAD

    Avocado salad with tomatoes will last refrigerated for 3-4 days, wrapped tightly with plastic wrap. Don’t leave it out at room temperature for more than two hours to avoid excessive moisture.

    MORE SUMMER SIDE DISHES

    Macaroni Salad – one of my favorites!

    Southern Potato Salad – a classic!

    Olive Garden Copycat Salad – perfect side dish!

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    4.47 from 13 votes

    Avocado Salad with Tomatoes

    Perfect summer salad for your picnic table!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: avocado salad, cucumber tomato salad
    Servings: 2 cups
    cups
    Author: Olya

    Ingredients

    • 4 cucumbers, (short and small, diced)
    • 4 tomatoes, (medium, diced)
    • ¼ cup red onion, (thinly sliced)
    • 1 avocado, (cored and diced)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Parsley, (chopped)

    Instructions

    • First, cut off the ends of the cucumbers. Then slice into ¼″ thick slices slightly on the diagonal. Add to the large bowl.
    • Next cut the tomatoes in half, then cut each half lengthwise into 3 wedges. Then cut each wedge in half crosswise. Transfer to the bowl with the cucumbers.
    • Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit by twisting the halves gently. Next remove the skin, then slice into 1″ thick slices and add to tomatoes and cucumbers.
    • Place the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, sea salt, pepper and chopped parsley.
    • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss. Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper, if necessary.
    Nutrition Facts
    Avocado Salad with Tomatoes
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 413 Calories from Fat 270
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 30g46%
    Saturated Fat 4g25%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
    Monounsaturated Fat 20g
    Sodium 324mg14%
    Potassium 1934mg55%
    Carbohydrates 34g11%
    Fiber 15g63%
    Sugar 16g18%
    Protein 8g16%
    Vitamin A 2651IU53%
    Vitamin C 65mg79%
    Calcium 143mg14%
    Iron 3mg17%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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    Comments

    1. Bessie says

      March 18, 2023 at 6:54 pm

      I found this recipe a couple weeks ago sounds delicious so I want to try it. I am on a diet so I’m watching my calorie count. It’s a good count on the calories however I didn’t find anywhere where it said how much is a serving size?

      Reply
      • Olya says

        March 18, 2023 at 9:34 pm

        It’s one cup. I hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    2. Aokie (Realtor) James says

      June 21, 2022 at 12:11 pm

      I’m going to make this, have you noticed if the avocado turned off you make this a day ahead?

      Reply
      • Olya says

        June 22, 2022 at 2:24 pm

        Yes, you can make it ahead (minus the avocado) an then add avocado later!

        Reply
    3. Karen Mccall says

      March 11, 2021 at 4:16 pm

      Will the avacodas turn ?

      Reply
      • Olya says

        March 11, 2021 at 5:23 pm

        They won’t turn brown even on the second day.

        Reply
    4. Lorna says

      February 19, 2021 at 12:07 am

      Saw this recipe sometime ago and pinned it. Made it today, quick easy and delicious 😋 😋😋 can’t wait to make it again. Thanks for sharing 💕

      Reply
      • Olya says

        February 21, 2021 at 1:31 pm

        Thank you Lorna for pinning and cooking!

        Reply
    5. Stcey says

      August 09, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      Loved this salad. Very light and lovely, quick and easy. Big hit all the way around the table.

      Reply
      • Olya says

        August 11, 2020 at 8:23 pm

        Great to hear, Stacey!

        Reply
    6. Abraham says

      November 05, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      What’s the Fiber content of the Salad. That way we can get the Net Carbs – for Keto dieters. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Olga says

        November 07, 2019 at 10:55 am

        I’ll try to find out.

        Reply
    7. V. Rahe says

      June 12, 2019 at 9:16 pm

      I love the salad but had to double the dressing

      Reply
      • Olga says

        June 13, 2019 at 9:47 am

        I think that was the right decision:)

        Reply
    8. Jenny says

      June 10, 2019 at 3:02 pm

      This looks like a copy of the salad on cravingtasty.com. Must be good as theirs is the best salad I’ve ever tried.

      Reply
    9. Michele says

      May 31, 2019 at 10:33 pm

      Hi! Is this a low carb salad?

      Reply
      • Olga says

        June 01, 2019 at 2:46 pm

        Not really. It’s 12 carbs per serving (total is 4 servings). I just added nutrition information to the recipe.

        Reply
        • Cecelia says

          August 26, 2020 at 4:17 pm

          Subtract fiber 5g and it is 7 net carbs. Woo Hoo. Going to have to try it now.

          Reply

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