Ah, avocados and cucumbers—two green gems that seem to whisper summer’s secrets, even in the chill of autumn. This salad isn’t just a mix of ingredients; it’s a vibrant dance of textures and flavors that, honestly, remind me of that one perfect day at the beach last July. You know, when the sun was just right, and everything felt.
. . easy?
Dive into this delightful dish—or maybe just dip your toes in first!
Steps
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the sliced cucumbers, avocado, and chopped green onion.
- Pour the lime juice and olive oil over the mixture, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper to your taste.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately, or if preparing ahead, cover tightly with plastic wrap to prevent the avocado from browning.
- Add a touch more salt right before serving to maintain the cucumbers’ crispness.
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers, sliced
- 1 large avocado, pitted, peeled, and sliced
- 1/3 cup green onion, chopped (about half a bunch)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 medium lime)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or 3/4 teaspoon table salt, adjust to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Nutritional Values
Calories: 676kcal | Carbs: 44g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 2356mg | Potassium: 1948mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1260IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 3.2mg
FAQ
- How can I prevent avocados from browning in the salad?
- To keep avocados from turning brown, squeeze lime juice directly over them and toss gently before covering the salad tightly with plastic wrap. Ensure the wrap is directly on the surface to limit air exposure, which causes browning.
- What type of cucumbers are best for this salad?
- The recipe uses garden cucumbers, but large English cucumbers can also be a great substitute.
- How do I stop cucumbers from becoming soft in the salad?
- To prevent cucumbers from getting soft or overly juicy, add salt only just before serving the salad.
- Can I prepare this salad in advance?
- Yes, you can prepare this salad a few hours ahead. Combine all ingredients except the salt, add lime juice over the avocados, cover tightly, and add salt just before serving.
- What can I use instead of green onions in the recipe?
- If you don’t have green onions, chives are a good alternative, and cilantro can also be used in a pinch.
Tips
- To prevent the avocado from browning, drizzle lime juice directly onto the avocado and gently mix. Cover the salad with plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the surface to eliminate air exposure.
- Add salt to the salad just before serving to avoid making the cucumbers too juicy and maintain their crisp texture.
- Choose an avocado that yields slightly under gentle pressure to ensure it’s ripe but not overly soft for the perfect creamy texture in the salad.
- If you don’t have green onions, chives or cilantro can serve as a good substitute to add flavor to the salad.
Equipment
- Salad Bowl: A medium-sized salad bowl for mixing ingredients.
- Chef’s Knife: A good quality knife for slicing cucumbers and avocado.
- Cutting Board: A durable cutting board to prepare the ingredients.
- Citrus Juicer: A manual or electric juicer to extract lime juice easily.
- Measuring Spoons: To accurately measure olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
