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
600 g tomatoes, chopped into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces (4 cups)
2 large avocados, peeled, pitted, chopped
60 ml red onion, thinly sliced (¼ cup)
60 ml chopped fresh cilantro (¼ cup)
1 tbsp jalapeño, minced (seeds removed)
60 ml olive oil (¼ cup)
45 ml fresh lime juice (3 tbsp)
5 ml honey (1 tsp)
2.5 g ground cumin (½ tsp)
0.5 g chili powder (¼ tsp)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, avocado, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
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