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 recipes with fresh tomatoes—burrata bruschetta and burrata Caprese.
Key Ingredients
- Cucumber: Persian cucumbers add the perfect crunch, but use what you have.
- Tomato: I like using petite tomatoes—cherry, grape, and medley tomatoes, or you can dice Roma tomatoes.
- Cilantro: Cilantro brightens the salad, but you can substitute it with basil, dill, or mint leaves.
- Dressing: Prepare a simple salad dressing with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice from half a lime.
- Garlic: Include one garlic clove for the best flavor.
- Avocado: Fresh, ripe avocado adds creaminess to the salad. Use fresh, ripe Haas avocados for the best flavor. Look for ones with dark green skin and a slight give when gently pressed. If it’s too firm, it’s underripe and may taste bitter. Too soft, and it might be overripe.
- Spices: Season the dressing with kosher salt and coarse black pepper.
Additions and Substitutions
- Include dairy. Add fresh cheese like mozzarella balls or crumbled feta cheese.
- Load up on veggies. Add more fresh vegetables like corn, red onions, spinach leaves, and arugula.
- Swap the dressing. Replace the citrusy lime dressing with avocado lime crema, avocado green goddess dressing, serrano crema, or miso vinaigrette.
Prepare the Avocado for the Salad
Slice the avocado lengthwise around the pit, then twist to separate the halves. Tap the pit with a knife, twist, and lift it out.
Run a spoon between the peel and flesh to release the avocado, then transfer it to a cutting board and cut into cubes.
How to Make Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Dice the cucumbers and tomatoes, and finely chop the cilantro leaves. Transfer them to a salad bowl.
Step 2: Whisk the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3: Cut the avocado into cubes and gently fold them into the salad.
If you enjoy the salad, pair it with one of these dinner recipes!
What To Do With 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
- Small Bowl
- 6 mediun Persian cucumbers, cut into rounds
- 1 package petite tomatoes, cut in half
- ½ cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- lime juice, ½ lime
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large avocado, cut into cubes
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.