Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon

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A refreshing, no-cook salad featuring cool cucumber slices and creamy avocado, elevated with flaky smoked salmon and a zesty lime dressing for optimal hydration and skin clarity. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 12 minutes pairs medium, thinly sliced Cucumber, large, diced Avocado, juiced and zested Lime into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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.

★ 4.0 (9 ratings) Prep: 12 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 tsp olive oil, juice of 1 lime, zest of 1 lime, 1/4 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp chopped dill until emulsified.
  2. Step 2: Gently toss sliced cucumber, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion with 3/4 of the dressing until evenly coated, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  3. Step 3: Divide the cucumber-avocado mixture between two plates, then top each with 2 oz smoked salmon pieces.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle with remaining dressing and sprinkle with extra chopped dill for serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 12 minutes (12 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large, diced avocado from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Smoked Salmon?

Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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