Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad

This simple Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad is a breath of fresh air for your taste buds. Savoring the creamy, juicy, crunchy goodness of every bite is what it’s all about!

If you’re looking for more cucumber salads you definitely need to try out my 10 Minute Asian Cucumber Salad or my light Creamy Cucumber Salad.

Refreshing Avocado Cucumber Salad with Tomatoes

Whenever I’m in need of a pick-me-up, salads are my saving grace. They’re nutritious, they’re easy to make, and they give you the lasting energy you need to get things done. I enjoy pretty much all kinds of salads, but sometimes I’m just not in the mood for leafy greens.

That’s where this avocado tomato cucumber salad comes in. It’s a light, fresh and flavorful snack, side dish or light lunch that comes together in 5 minutes flat! The veggies are seasoned with fresh basil and a zesty-sweet vinaigrette. Once you toss it all together and help yourself, your current favorite salad is bound to become second best.

What You’ll Need

It only takes a handful of ingredients to make this healthy avocado salad. See the recipe card toward the bottom of this post for specified amounts.

• Large Cucumber: Diced into 1/4-inch cubes.
• Halved Cherry Tomatoes: I like to use assorted colors, but any cherry tomatoes will do.
• Diced Avocado
• Fresh Basil: Thinly sliced.
• Red Wine Vinegar: This tangy vinegar makes a great base for the dressing.
• Olive Oil
• Honey: Raw and unfiltered honey is best.
• Salt & Pepper: Added to taste.

How to Make Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad

You’re going to love how easy this recipe is. Let’s make some salad!

Make Dressing: Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt and pepper to a small bowl. Whisk until combined.

Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the prepared cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, basil and dressing to a large bowl.

Toss & Serve: Gently toss everything together and serve immediately.

Strategies for Success

Whipping up this tomato avocado cucumber salad is the best way to get your green going. Make sure it’s perfect by keeping these tips and tricks in mind:

• Keep it Fresh: Fresh ingredients are key to a successful salad. Make sure your vegetables are nice and ripe, and don’t try to use dried basil – it doesn’t have the same flavor, texture or potency as the fresh stuff.
• Whisk the Dressing Well: You have to give the vinaigrette a thorough whisk in order to properly blend everything. The oil and the vinegar won’t actually combine, so you need to get them to emulsify. This means that both liquids must disperse into tiny droplets and mingle with one another to mimic being fully mixed together.
• Serve Immediately: Because this salad is so fresh, it’s best to enjoy it right away. If you’re not serving it immediately, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it.

Add-Ins & Variations

Interested in creating an adaptation of this salad? Go right ahead!

• Make It Spicy: Spice up your avocado salad with some chopped jalapeños if you want to pack in the heat. When I do this, I like to substitute the basil for fresh cilantro to complement the spiciness.
• Add Cheese: I strongly believe that a little bit of cheese will elevate any savory dish. Try topping your cucumber salad with crumbled feta or goat cheese!
• Make It Tropical: If you’re in the mood to add more sweetness to this salad, there’s one tropical fruit that you truly can’t go wrong with – mango! Dice it up and throw it in.
• Add Protein: I think this salad would be lovely with some chopped grilled chicken in the mix. Grab those tempting leftovers and test it out!

Serving Suggestions

Don’t hesitate to serve this salad with any of your go-to entrees. It tends to taste amazing alongside everything! Whenever I have to get dinner on the table in a pinch, I’ll pair it with this dreamy Maple Dijon Glazed Salmon, which comes together in just 15 minutes.

If you’re looking to prepare a meatless meal, I highly recommend serving your salad with these Vegetarian Crepe Quesadillas. They’re stuffed with a Tex-Mex filling and topped with a silky chipotle lime crema. Speaking of chipotle, these Beef Barbacoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are another great pairing option!

How to Store Extra Salad

Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Toward the end of that time frame, you’ll notice that the salad has a bit more moisture and the avocados have started to brown – don’t worry – it will still taste incredible! Feel free to toss your leftovers with a little fresh citrus juice if you’d like to liven them up.

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More Healthy Side Dish Ideas

Need more side dishes like this in your life? Luckily, I’ve got plenty! Let’s start with just a few:

• Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
• Chili Lime Grilled Corn Salad
• Mediterranean Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes

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