Loaded with fresh herbs, juicy tomato, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado, the addition of olive oil and lime finishes our avocado cucumber tomato salad recipe for a perfect side dish or light meal.
Try a more fresh tomato recipes like burrata bruschetta and burrata Caprese.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cucumber: Persian cucumbers add the perfect crunch, but use what you have on hand.
- Tomato: I like cherry, grape, and medley tomatoes, but you can dice Roma tomatoes.
- Cilantro: Cilantro brightens the salad, but fresh dill and parsley are great substitutes.
- Dressing: Prepare a simple salad dressing with olive oil and fresh lime juice from half a lime.
- Garlic: I suggest using one clove, but measure with your heart.
- Avocado: Add creaminess to the salad with cubed avocado.
- Spices: Finish the salad with kosher salt and black pepper.
Additions and Substitutions
- Dairy: Mozzarella, Feta Cheese
- Vegetables: Corn, Red Onions, Spinach, Arugula
- Herbs: Basil, Mint, Dill
- Dressing: Avocado Lime Crema, Avocado Green Goddess Dressing, Serrano Crema, Miso Vinaigrette
How to Make Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Cut the cucumbers, tomatoes, and cilantro. Transfer them to a serving bowl.
Step 2: Add olive oil, lime juice, fresh garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
Step 3: Cut the avocado into cubes.
Step 4: Gently fold them into the salad, careful not to over-mix.
If you enjoy the salad, pair it with one of these dinner recipes!
What to do with the Leftovers
- Can I make the salad ahead of time? Prepare the salad the day before. However, I recommend leaving out the avocado. When you’re ready to serve, fold the avocado pieces into the salad.
- Refrigerate: Store the leftover avocado cucumber tomato salad in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
More Salad Recipes:
Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
- 6 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1 package grape, cherry, or medley tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoon olive oil
- lime juice, ½ lime
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, coarse ground
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large avocado, cut into cubes
- Cut the cucumbers, tomatoes, and cilantro. Transfer them to a serving bowl.
- Add olive oil, lime juice, fresh garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
- Cut the avocado into cubes and gently fold them into the salad, careful not to over-mix.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Sarah
Monday 13th of February 2023
I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! The fresh herbs and juicy tomato paired perfectly with the creamy avocado and crisp cucumber. The addition of olive oil and lime gave it a delicious zing that took it to the next level. I loved having it as a light meal, but it would also make a fantastic side dish for any gathering. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Tressa Jamil
Monday 13th of February 2023
Thanks for taking time to comment. I am not kidding when I say that we pair this salad with everything.