Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad
A refreshing, umami-packed salad with cool cucumber, creamy avocado, and a silky miso dressing. This japanese-inspired salads (gluten-free) ready in about 15 minutes pairs (diced) avocado, white miso paste, rice vinegar 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 200 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 medium (sliced into thin half-moons) cucumber
- 1 (diced) avocado
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/2 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 1 medium sliced cucumber and 1 diced avocado in a large bowl, then pour the miso dressing over the top.
- Step 3: Toss gently to coat vegetables evenly, then sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad?
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 (diced) avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad?
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 Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad 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.
Is Miso-Glazed Cucumber and Avocado Salad gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
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My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
