Description
Tomato and Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer, making it perfect for Flag Day celebrations. With succulent heirloom tomatoes and creamy ripe avocados, this salad offers a delightful burst of flavors, enhanced by zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro. It’s not just visually stunning; it’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. Pair it with grilled meats or enjoy it as a light meal—this salad is sure to impress your friends and family!
Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe heirloom tomatoes, chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly. Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Carefully dice the avocados to avoid mashing them.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, diced avocados, and sliced red onion.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss to combine ingredients without mashing the avocados.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 223
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in diced cucumber or crumbled feta cheese. To prevent avocado browning, squeeze extra lime juice over them before mixing.