Cucumber-Avocado Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A refreshing, hydrating salad packed with vibrant flavors and healthy fats for optimal digestion. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (anti-inflammatory), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cucumbers, avocado, cherry tomatoes 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 180 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes cucumbers
• 1 large, diced avocado
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified and glossy.
3. Step 3: Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently until all components are evenly coated. Serve immediately to prevent browning.