Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Basil Pesto
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Basil Pesto is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table. This salad features ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy avocados, and crunchy cucumbers, all dressed in a rich and aromatic basil pesto. Perfect as a light lunch, an appetizer on toasted bread, or a colorful side for barbecues, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. In under 30 minutes, you can prepare this delightful dish that will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound red cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 pound yellow cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 avocados (diced)
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/3 cup red onion (diced)
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, sliced cucumber, and diced red onion.
- Add the basil pesto and lemon juice to the vegetables. Toss gently until well combined. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Serve immediately on a beautiful platter or let it chill for about 15-30 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg