Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

A refreshing, creamy salad with ripe avocado and crisp cucumber, dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette for a light yet satisfying meal. This mexican-inspired whole30 ready in about 15 minutes pairs avocado, medium cucumber, lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 avocado
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 lime
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Halve and pit avocado, then dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Peel cucumber, cut lengthwise in half, scoop out seeds, and dice into 1/2-inch cubes.
2. Step 2: Thinly slice red onion and chop cilantro. Juice lime to get 1 tbsp of lime juice, then mix with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper to make vinaigrette.
3. Step 3: Combine avocado, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl, then drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and additional salt and pepper to taste, then serve chilled.
5. Step 5: Wait 5 minutes before serving to prevent avocado from browning, ensuring vibrant color and fresh texture.