Description
This vibrant tomato avocado salad is bursting with juicy summer flavors. Tossed in a zesty cilantro lime dressing, it features creamy avocado, ripe tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño for a refreshing and colorful warm-weather dish. Perfect as a side or light main.
Ingredients
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600 g tomatoes, chopped into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces (4 cups)
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2 large avocados, peeled, pitted, chopped
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60 ml red onion, thinly sliced (¼ cup)
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60 ml chopped fresh cilantro (¼ cup)
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1 tbsp jalapeño, minced (seeds removed)
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60 ml olive oil (¼ cup)
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45 ml fresh lime juice (3 tbsp)
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5 ml honey (1 tsp)
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2.5 g ground cumin (½ tsp)
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0.5 g chili powder (¼ tsp)
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, avocado, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
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In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
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Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
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Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use firm-ripe avocados to prevent mushiness.
Swap jalapeño for bell pepper for milder flavor.
Add cucumbers or radishes for extra crunch.
This dressing doubles as a marinade for grilled proteins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired