Quick Refreshing Cucumber Avocado Sesame Salad
A quick and easy salad combining crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and toasted sesame seeds with a bright lime dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this salad is fresh, healthy, and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, sliced thin
- 2 ripe but firm avocados, diced
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the sesame seeds: Place 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for about 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly (about 1/8 inch thick). Optionally peel partially for texture contrast. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Dice the avocados into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with cucumbers.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if using.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and avocado. Gently toss with a wooden spoon or spatula to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Add chopped cilantro or parsley if desired and stir gently.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top and toss lightly.
- Serve immediately or chill up to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Toast sesame seeds for best flavor. Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Add avocado and dressing just before serving to prevent browning. Adjust lime juice and seasoning to taste. Salad is best eaten fresh but can be chilled up to 30 minutes. Substitute sesame seeds with toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds for nut-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup per serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 230
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
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