This healthy cucumber-avocado salad takes just five minutes to prep. Lime juice and fresh herbs boost the bright flavors in this crunchy and creamy salad that’s a perfect side dish for grilled chicken, fish or steak. This recipe calls for an English cucumber, which doesn’t have to be peeled, but regular cucumbers work well too–just peel them before slicing.
Updated on April 19, 2024
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Ingredients
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1 medium shallot, thinly sliced crosswise and separated into rings
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3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint
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1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted and sliced crosswise
Directions
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Toss shallot rings with lime juice in a large bowl; let stand until softened, about 10 minutes. Whisk in oil, mint, basil and salt. Add cucumber; toss to coat. Let the cucumber marinate in the dressing, tossing occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cucumber to a platter; top with avocado. Drizzle the dressing over the salad. Serve immediately.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, April 2019
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 199 | Calories |
| 18g | Fat |
| 10g | Carbs |
| 2g | Protein |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 |
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Serving Size about 1 cup |
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Calories 199 |
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| % Daily Value * | |
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Total Carbohydrate 10g |
4% |
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Dietary Fiber 4g |
15% |
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Total Sugars 3g |
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Protein 2g |
4% |
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Total Fat 18g |
23% |
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Saturated Fat 3g |
13% |
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Vitamin A 351IU |
7% |
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Vitamin C 12mg |
14% |
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Folate 53mcg |
13% |
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Sodium 298mg |
13% |
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Calcium 32mg |
2% |
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Iron 1mg |
5% |
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Magnesium 33mg |
8% |
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Potassium 449mg |
10% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.
