Citrus Avocado and Cucumber Salad
A refreshing salad with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and a zesty lime dressing, ideal for a light lunch or side dish that highlights seasonal produce. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs avocado, cucumber, orange segments 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 220 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.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, peeled and segmented orange segments
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp, finely chopped fresh mint
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ripe avocado (diced into 1/2-inch cubes) with 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber and 1/4 cup orange segments (peeled and segmented).
- Step 2: Whisk together 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp finely chopped fresh mint in a small bowl until emulsified and well combined.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until all components are evenly coated and the avocado is well-distributed.
- Step 4: Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled for optimal freshness.
