Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
Our family’s favorite classic cucumber and tomato salad just got better with the addition of avocado, a light and flavorful lemon dressing and the freshness of cilantro. Easy, excellent avocado salad.
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Watch the Full Video Recipe Below! It will make your mouth water! 🙂
I brought this salad to my parents house yesterday and everyone loved it! This is definitely going into the regular rotation all summer long. Think: homegrown cucumbers and tomatoes :).
Ingredients for Tomato Avocado Salad:
This salad is loaded with veggies; juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado and the cilantro and lemon juice make the whole salad so fresh and flavorful!
P.S. If you aren’t keen on cilantro, fresh dill is a good substitute
How to Make Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad:
1. Place chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro into a large salad bowl.
2. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil and 2 Tbsp lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Just before serving toss with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper
Avocado Salad Video Tutorial:
My husband and I ate this entire batch of cucumber tomato salad with avocado in one sitting, paired with roasted red potatoes and grilled shrimp skewers. I shoveled most of the salad into my mouth before I remembered the shrimp and potatoes on my plate; mmming and smiling all the way through. We were both smitten.
P.S. This salad is also super healthy and it fits pretty much every diet out there. Check out the nutrition label below:
Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb Roma tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 avocados, diced
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil or sunflower oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (from 1 medium lemon)
- 1/4 cup 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp sea salt or 3/4 tsp table salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Place chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro into a large salad bowl.
- Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil and 2 Tbsp lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Just before serving, toss with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving
Credits: Recipe inspired by my classic Cucumber tomato salad and this avocado tomato salad from Deborah of Taste & Tell.
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This salad can be made all year long, but it’s especially delicious this time of year when cucumbers and tomatoes are in season. Do you grow any of your own food?
Natasha Kravchuk
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I have tried this recipe a couple times. That’s amazing. The only thing I change is adding more lemon juice
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, Neda!
I make that quite often, just last night as a matter of fact, I never add cilantro (wife request) and sometimes I’ll just use a vinegar oil dressing…but it’s always good no matter what!
Hi Doc John! I’m glad to hear that. Thank you!
I make a salad very similar, just no cucumber or cilantro. The dressing I use is a garlic house dressing sold at Aldi’s. We also have this for breakfast with home style potatoes and eggs.
Absolutely delicious! Can’t say enough about the freshness. This salad is a summer must. We will be making it often! Had it today for the first time with pita bread..YUMMY 🙂
Hi Patricia! That’s wonderful. So glad you found this recipe. Thank you for the feedback.
can (or should) this be made in advance and then chilled? And if so, how much time in advance?
Hi Ana! It will last about 5-6 hours covered and refrigerated. I would suggest omitting the salt until ready to serve since salt will cause the tomatoes to get juicy and the cucumbers to soften. Cover with plastic wrap directly over the surface of the salad to keep the avocados from discoloring – the lemon juice also helps prevent discoloring
Love this salad! I add a little bit of honey to balance the tartness of the lemon. My favorite way to eat this is to top it with seasoned chicken breast chunks.
Sounds delicious, Rose! Thank you for the feedback.
I have made a salad similar to this for years. Well, never again, this is so much better! The combo of veggies, especially the avocado, was amazing. Simple, fresh and delicious! Thanks, Natasha 🤩
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Maureen! Thank you for your lovely review!
We are going to be eating this all summer long, it is perfection! The only thing I did different was add a drizzle of a very good balsamic over it and wow! Thank you for a fantastic recipe once again!
You’re welcome, Shawna! So glad you loved the recipe. Thank you for sharing.
Absolutely the BEST salad, ever!! Especially coming from an avocado loving family! I’ve made this salad at least 10 times and every time it’s wonderful! I do add a little but of minced garlic and Use the dill as suggested! Aaa+++ Recipe!
Sounds delicious! Thank you for the feedback, Stephanie!
Made this yesterday and it was delicious! Definitely saving this one, it’s easy and would be great to serve at a gathering.
Thanks for your comments and review, Giovanna. Good to hear that you enjoyed this!
I love, love, love your cooking, your personality, your faith and everything about you, just from checking out your cucumber, tomatoes, onions and avocado salad recipe (I love salads!)…
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Thank you for your love and support. I’m so glad you enjoy my recipes. God bless you and your family.
I actually make this salad or similar on a regular basis. I use cherry tomatoes and instead of cilantro (I call it coriander) I use flat leaf parsley as I don’t like coriander. Lots of pepper and olive oil. This is a good low carb salad too.
Good to know, thank you for sharing that with us too!
We love this refreshing salad! I almost always have these ingredients on hand just in case I want to throw this together to round out a meal. Thanks Natasha for a great go-to salad recipe.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Connie!
Came across this recipe and it looked so good. I decided to change up my lunch salad. This is so light and delicious. Easy to make. Thank you for sharing. I look forward to using more of your recipes.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, Lisa!
hello love your recipes. I love the dill for cilantro swap but how much dill?
Hi Lance, you can start off with less and add per preference. I usually add this to taste. I love dill but it can be strong.
This was absolutely amazing. Lots of Pepper and Salt for me and no corriander/dill. I also used scallion instead of red onion as none in. It was for my lunch – so I threw in some chicken breast pieces – BRILLIANT.
Sounds amazing, Ella! Thank you for the wonderful feedback and review. 🙂
This tomato cucumber avocado salad looks delicious
Thank you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely delicious and so easy to make. My sister and I loved it.
So glad it was a hit!
Hello Natasha, Love your Cooking Videos! This looks wonderful, I’m going to add bacon. Thank You I can’t wait to try it 🙂
From Washington State, US
Thank you, Sheri! I’m so glad you love my video’s! Thank you for sharing. I hope you love this recipe. The addition of bacon sounds like a wonderful idea! 🙂
Can you use regular cucumber instead of English in the tomato, cucumber, avocado salad?
Hi Kathy, yes, those should work also!
I’m making this for a party tomorrow and wondering if this will keep if I make it a day ahead. It would save me time in the morning. Thank you!
Hi Patty, this is best enjoyed fresh. The avocado will start to brown and the other veggies become mushy. I have eaten it on the second day and it was fine, but definitely not as good as fresh. It may be possible to precut the cucumbers and tomatoes the night before, then add the avocado fresh with the rest of the ingredients on the day of…
Hi Natasha, I love this salad. I’ve tried to like cilantro but, not a fan. I use fresh dill and add a bit of crumbled feta. P.S. love your recipes.
Hi Theresa! That is understandable, there are many people who cannot tolerate Cilantro. Dill is a great substitution for this. Thanks for sharing. So glad you enjoy my recipes. 🙂
This looks delish! Will it work for 25 people by simply increasing each ingredient ~x 6, or will that be overkill for certain ingredients? Thank you!
Hi Patty! Yes, you can increase this recipe without any issues. 🙂
I suggest making this several hours before serving so veggies can marinate a bit and the flavors can meld, especially the onion. Also add a splash of red wine vinegar or balsamic for more zest. Then add avocado chunks right before you serve it, not before, as it gets soggy and mushy.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Craig!
Hi Natasha!
Can parsley be substituted for cilantro? I like cilantro, but my husband not so much. I can’t wait to try this recipe. From the reviews and your pictures, it looks so good!
Thank you!
Hi Dawn, I realize some people have an aversion to cilantro, Bummer! You can use chives instead or very finely chopped fresh parsley.
This is a wonderfully refreshing salad, especially in the summer. Such a simple brut flavorful dressing. I jazzed it up by adding salad shrimp, fresh red bell pepper and finely chopped purple cabbage. It was the main course for dinner. Absolutely delicious.
Hi Andrea! Thank you for sharing, that sounds wonderful.
Natasha, you are my go to person when I’m searching for a recipe . I love your recipes for the simple on hand list of ingredients and they are a welcome addition to my own family favorites
Hi Pat! I’m so happy to hear that. Thank you.
Tried this along with a Peruvian chicken meal I make and we flipping love it!, so fresh and a perfect side dish for summer meals, thank you Natasha.
I have a gorgeous photo I wish I could share!
That’s great, Rhonda! Thank you for the wonderful review.
I make this a lot. Great for summer, the flavors just meld together..
Such a great summer dish! Thanks for sharing, Laura!
Made this today and my boyfriend asked that we keep it in the rotation! It’s delicious. Thank you.
That’s wonderful, Pamela! So glad it was enjoyed.
Hi Natasha, this sounds delicious and I want to give it a try today. However – don’t like cilantro and haven’t got any parsley or dill to hand. Do you think it would work with basil?
Una
Hi Una! Fresh basil will work too, really any fresh herb. One of my readers reported she loved it using fresh basil.
This salad is simply perfect!! I make a big bowl of it and my daughter devours it! Thanks so much for the recipe!
Hi Tina, thanks for the review and good feedback!
Very refreshing and tasty! We added grilled chicken and enjoyed for dinner!!!
That is a perfect combo and I’m glad you enjoyed your dinner!
This salad! So different from any I’ve ever had, and so good! I kept wanting more. My avocados were not the best, so I only had one to add. Then, I remembered the guacamole I had in the fridge! I just glopped some into my serving, and it tasted great, so next time, I stirred the guacamole into the salad. It mixed with the dressing and was delicious! Thanks for the recipe.
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Vicky! This is a popular recipe for good reason!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this salad!! A big hit on Easter! I’ve made this a few times, and it never disappoints!
Can chopped green onion be substituted for the red onion? There’s allergies with the red onion in our family!
This is a classic in our home! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Sandra! It sounds like you found a favorite!
Hello from Lancaster county, PA. You said to use “English” cucumbers. Would it work with “Amish” cucumbers? (In the Amish culture if you are not Amish you are English!)
I didn’t know there was such a thing as Amish cucumbers. It’s just a variety of cucumber we prefer since they don’t need peeling. In the summer we use homegrown and I suppose those would be our Ukrainian cucumbers since we are Ukrainian (wink).
An English cucumber may be the same as an Armenian cucumber. The are dull green, ridged/grooved and, like you said, don’t need peeling.
Absolutely delicious! Easy & simple & super tasty! It was exactly what I had on hand & quite filling. I reduced the amount somewhat & it was plenty for two. The dressing is so simple -it’s perfect! Thank you for helping us eat better- and making it so easy! ❤❤❤
You’re welcome, Natalie! I’m so glad this was a hit!
Simple but very good. Always enjoy making your recipes. You’re consistently one of the best food bloggers.
Aaw, that is such a sweet comment. Thank you for your kind words!
Need to cover the window to your right while videoing, it casts a light on your face and shadows on the rest of your face. Did not see before new set!
Thanks for the suggestion!
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Fantastic and easy to make. Loved it!
I’m so glad you loved it, David! We absolutely love how fresh this salad is!
We love this salad! I add cooked, leftover steak, shrimp or chicken & make it a meal. Great for those hot summer days when you don’t want to heat up he kitchen!
Hi Pamela, glad you enjoy this salad! Thanks for your good comments and feedback.
O M G is this salad ever delious I rate it a 5 star
Thank you, Carole. I appreciate it!
Hi Natasha Love Your Cooking And All Your Recipes especially This salad Recipe
I’m glad you’re enjoying them, Josephine!
I love the simplicity of the recipe and the intenseness of the flavors. My only change was to use fresh basil instead of cilantro. Definitely going into the weekly rotation for the summer/fall.
Hi Sandy, good to know that you liked the recipe with fresh basil too. Thank you for your review and for sharing that with us!
How long ahead can I make the tomato, avacado salad? The same day or a day before?
Hi Lori, Mine was always eaten fresh to try storing it, but I’ve had readers say that it was even better the next day!
My Sons face lights up when he opens the door to the fridge and sees a big bowl of this salad. Gobbles it all in one sitting, boys 🙄
Aww, That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great!
Delicious and fresh! I admit I was kinda skeptical because it seemed too simple but i still tried because i love all the individual ingredients on their own..best decision! It’s indeed really good. Definitely a keeper!
Thanks Natasha!
Wuhoo! What an awesome review, thank you for the great comments and feedback, Sheryl.
Delicious! I’m not a big fan of raw onions unless they are really thin on a sandwich. Lol So I added dried chopped chives. Perfect for me!
Sounds good, Kathy. Great to hear that you liked it!
Natasha Thank you for your recipes I Love them all. But this Salad is the very Best I Loved it. I almost ate the whole Salad. The picky eaters in my household was told if you don’t like it my feelings are not hurt. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this SALAD. Thank You! Thumbs Up!
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great, Maggie!
love love love this salad. So refreshing, fresh, & crreamy too with my favorite food avocado. Love all your recipes. You are very talented- great food & great presentation & love that you are so down to earth & have such an upbeat personality. Much deserved success!
That is exactly why I love it! So fresh and colorful! I’m happy to hear you’re enjoying my recipes, Shannon! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Delicious, easy, and fast! Used some extra avocado and cilantro & it was a big hit. Saving this recipe to make it many more times. Thank you!
Yay, that is fantastic! Thank you for your great comments and feedback, Rose.
Natasha, can I use avocado oil instead of olive oil in this recipe?
Hi Natasha, I think avocado oil would work but keep in mind avocado oil is pretty flavorless. In contrast, extra virgin olive oil will provide another layer of good flavor to the salad :).
Thanks, Natasha. What brand of evoo do you use?
Hi, we use the Italian Extra Virgin Olive oil from Costco (Kirkland brand), not the organic one but the Italian one.
Love love this tomato cucumber cilantro avocado salad and dressing! Wonderful and fresh tasting.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I’m watching my carb intake, what is the portion size for 17 carbs?
The serving size can be found at the beginning of the print-friendly recipe card (located at the bottom of the recipe post). The nutrition label shows counts “per serving.” Hope that helps!
I think that isn’t net cabs. I think it is better than that
This is BOMB! I’m counting calories. What would the serving size be?
Hi Amy, The serving size can be found at the beginning of the print-friendly recipe card (located at the bottom of the recipe post). The nutrition label shows counts “per serving.” In this case, this recipe serves 4. So it will be one-fourth of the recipe. I hope that helps!
This was delish and very healthy. I just added less cilantro cos I’m not a fan but I don’t mind it. As far as the mention of it not being healthy because of the salt- its untrue. If you use pink Himalayan salt , it’s very healthy. Everyone needs salt but the white stuff is bad. I love all of your recipes!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
I am looking for a salad to have along side my taco bar for Cinco de Mayo. Having about 40 people. Could I toss this with romaine lettuce to make it go further?
Hi Amy, yes that would work to add some romaine lettuce like we did in our Cobb Salad.
I am watching my sodium intake. Is it so high because the salt? I was going to leave the salt out completely and maybe add some other seasoning like garlic and maybe some cayenne. Thanks
Hi Lisa, the sodium comes from the teaspoon of sea salt. The nutrition label is per serving and there are 4 servings in the recipe. I would suggest adding less salt based on the allowed amount in your diet.
Can’t wait to make this
I can’t wait either! I hope you love it!
Can you make this salad on a Sunday night and serve it on Monday for lunch without the avocados turning brown.
Hi Gary, Mine was always eaten before that but I’ve had readers say that it was even better the next day so it could possibly last until the next days.
So good! I added less salt (about a 1/4 tsp probably) and fresh cracked pepper. Also left out cilantro as I am not a fan.
This was so good! The veggies flavors can shine through but the light dressing adds that extra something. This is going in our regular rotation!
That’s great! Thank you for sharing your good experience with us, Jennifer. Glad you enjoyed this recipe!
Hi Natasha , We love this salad. I put the avocado in right before serving . I also use black olives in it. So so good.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Just made this as a side to a BBQ for some family that came in from out of town and it was a huge hit! It was the perfect dish for one of the warmer days in the last couple months. You never fail to impress Natasha. Thank you!
Hi Aaron, you’re very welcome! I’m so glad that this recipe was a hit, thank you so much for sharing that with us!
Hi Natasha!
This looks great, cant wait to try it. However, how will it keep for the next day as a leftover?
Hi Alexandra, it will last about 5-6 hours covered and refrigerated. I would suggest omitting the salt until ready to serve since salt will cause the tomatoes to get juicy and the cucumbers to soften. Cover with plastic wrap directly over the surface of the salad to keep the avocados from discoloring – the lemon juice also helps prevent discoloring
Hi Natasha. I have a heart condition which I have to watch my sodium content but I absolutely love salads. I know you use salt and pepper at the end but I am wondering is there another seasoning you might suggest to go with this? It looks so yummy.
Hi Brenda, I can’t say that it will be the same without salt since it does enhance the flavors. YOu can try adding less or substituting it with garlic or maybe lemon juice
Can try salt free mrs. Dash seasoning.
I made this for our lunch this afternoon, and it was so tasty. Nice and light and refreshing 🙂
Hi Vicky, thank you for your nice comments and good review. I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe!
I do not like lemon can I use something else.
Hi Linda, you may also use lime or orange juice if you prefer that or use half as much white vinegar or white wine.
I just made this delicious salad for my lunch. Another great recipe thanks Natasha. Christine from Canada
You’re welcome, Christine. Thanks for giving this recipe a good feedback!
HI Joan Caruso I see you use a lot of salt I am on a salt-free Is there anything I can do to ad something else
Hi Joan, feel free to substitute it with something else like maybe mint, rosemary or nutmeg? You can also use more lemon juice for added taste.
Thank you, This salad is the best, I have been impressing numerous guests with this salad. All demand i give them the recipe. I do all the cooking at home. My wife requests this salad every week now.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
i usually do a very similar recipe for an Indian Salad, so I didn’t want to use Coriander(Cilantro).
Had curly parsley, added that instead, lovely recipe thanks
Thank you so much for sharing that with me! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe.
This is also a Lebanese recipe except we don’t use cilantro and we put garlic in the dressing. You could use parsley, if you wanted to.
Thank you, Ava! I hope you try and love our version!
Delicious, fast and simple. I substituted sour orange for the lemon for a little twist!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for the wonderful review!
EXCELLENT RECIPE! Of course, I have not tried one of your recipes we did not think was outstanding. Paired this recipe with your Oven Roasted Baby Red Potatoes and steak bites last night and it was absolutely delicious. Making your Corn Chowder recipe this week. Thanks for all the great taste experiences!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing that with me!
This is my go to salad. I make it every day especially after my Costco run. However, I do omit the red onion because my family is not a fan of them. Besides that, BEST SALAD EVER!!! Natasha, I love your recipes!!!
That is so awesome! Thank you for sharing your great experience making this recipe. So glad you loved it!
I’m 74 years old still a bachelor I love your recipes Because they don’t take so long to make 30 to 45 minutes Is just perfect for me
I’m so glad that you’re enjoying my recipes, John!
We ADORE this recipe!!! Simple yet exquisite flavors!! Pairs beautifully with salmon or most anything. Big yum!
Love it, yes that is a perfect combo! Thanks for your wonderful review, Tanya!
This is so easy and absolutely delicious! How much dill would you use if substituting for cilantro?
Hi Cristina, it depends on how much you love dill (I would aim for 1-2 Tbsp), so add it to taste.
Wonderful seasonal salad, only thing I would change is lime juice instead on lemon.
Sounds good, thank you for your good feedback!
Lovely mouth watering recipes.
I love them
Glad to hear! Thanks, Theressa.
LOVED this recipe. thank you. Everyone in the house loved it, too. was so quick and fast even for an absolute novice. inspired me to make more of your recipes and cook in general
One of our most favorite recipes! I’m so happy you all enjoyed this Amy! That’s so great!
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I made this tonight minus the cilantro. The store was out. It was absolutely delicious just the way it was! I was surprised how the lemon juice and voo stayed mixed and was so yummy. With a mix of celtic sea salt and fresh ground pepper to top it off it made a complete meal on its own! This is a keeper!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I really enjoy all your recipes. I feel so good knowing that I am eating with no guilt. Nor any discomfort from pain in my joints.
That’s just awesome! I’m so inspired reading this Debbie! Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback with us!
We love, love, love this salad. Have made it all summer and now with garden cucumbers and tomatoes it is extra special. Thanks for all your recipies!
You’re welcome, Linda! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe!
Mae this as a side for dinner, was so delicious that our daughter could not get enough of this, we all enjoyed it. So easy so quick.
Thank you,
Thank you for sharing that with us, Alanna.
I have made this salad several times. It is one of my favorites. This time I added a can of chick peas to it. Very good and a little extra protein. I love all of your recipes that I have tried. Thank you.
Yay that is so awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed every recipe that you tried. Thank you so much!
Great combo. Only substitute for me is parsley for cilantro( the smell makes me ill),as I didn’t have dill on hand, might try mint next time too
That substitute should work great!
Delicious! Thank you!
I’m so glad you enjoyed that!
We loved this recipe! My mother can’t eat lettuce so this is a perfect salad for us! It was easy to make and it is now one of my go to salads.
So good that you found this recipe, Brenda!
Love this recipe, however, I don’t like Cilantro so I substituted with chopped up Romaine.
I bet that could work Jeanne! I hope you love this recipe!
Great flavors to add together. But your comments say this recipe is “super healthy.” With 26% of the daily recommended amount of sodium per serving, I have to object. I never add salt to a salad.
I’m certain this salad is delicious without all the salt. Perhaps you would make a minor modification to include the amount of sodium per serving if no salt is added. People can always salt it at the table if they feel they must have the taste of salt.
Now that I have viewed your video…off to the kitchen I go. Wish me luck!
Sounds like a good plan, enjoy!
Can not wait to try. Everything except the Avocado is growing in the garden!! So far even my husband likes you recipes!!
Thank you and I am excited for you to give this a try too!
I tried one of your recipes ( avocado tomato salad). My family begged for more. All thanks to you for creating a chef out of me. Can’t wait to try more of your magnificent recipes 🥗🥗🍽️🍽️🍽️
So awesome! I’m glad your family enjoyed it so much. I hope you all love every recipe that you try!
One of my favorite side dishes! Frequently have to tell myself to not take another serving. Easy to make as well and love the use of fresh produce.
Thank you Kathy!
Quick question! Does this need to be put in the refrigerator before serving or can it be served at room temp? and is it better to store it cold?
Hi Sesilee, We like to serve it chilled. Quick note, once the salad is salted, it will last about 5-6 hours covered and refrigerated. If serving later or storing overnight, I would suggest omitting the salt until ready to serve since salt will cause the tomatoes to get juicy and the cucumbers to soften. Cover with plastic wrap directly over the surface of the salad to keep the avocados from discoloring – the lemon juice also helps prevent discoloring
One of my favorite side dishes! Frequently have to tell myself to not take another serving. Easy to make as well and love the use of fresh produce.
I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed this recipe, Kathy! We make this recipe often, so good!
I’ve made this recipe a number of times now–for parties, picnics, and dinners. This salad is simple, easy to make, and doesn’t take long. Every time I make it I get compliments on how good it is! It also goes very well with an easy salmon dish I like to make.
That’s so awesome Juliana! I’m smiling big reading this comment.
What is the serving size? 1/4 cup? 1/2 cup?
Hi, I didn’t measure out serving sizes that way but it is probably more like 1 cup.
a) get rid of the cilantro
Putting in cilantro is like adding a bar of soap. #Disgusting
b) add in bell pepper slices and some celery (for “crunch”).
Hi Chris, I realize some people have an aversion to cilantro where it tastes like soap and it sounds like that’s you. Bummer! You can use chives instead or very finely chopped fresh parsley. I do love your idea of adding bell pepper.
Nope – this recipe is perfect exactly as Natasha’s written it :D. But I love cilantro (or coriander as we call it in the UK).
Perfect summer salad!
Thanks for your good feedback!
Interested in your use of the term “coriander” in describing “cilantro.” Actually, they’re both from the same plant, but the Cilantro is the leaf and the Coriander is the seed, which must be ground. The flavors are both pungeant but very different.
Absolutely refreshing- will be making again! My mom and I love all your recipes! Can’t wait to eat this with your shrimp pasta! Best shrimp pasta ever!
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Lindsey!
Loved the salad! I substituted green garden onions for the red onion (it’s what I had in my fridge), used the dill option and added small cubed pieces of a mozzarella ball I had leftover from making bruschetta. I brought it to a football-watching party and it was very well received. People loved the healthy option and its great light flavor after this past holiday heavy eating week! Definitely will make this again.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
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This is my most favorite salad! It’s so fresh and delicious. I could eat this everyday.
That’s awesome, Lindsay! Thank you for that great review!
delicious salad! Super simple yet tasty!
Sounds great. Can you please make a suggestion for a substitute for the raw onion. I can’t eat raw onions or garlic.
Hi Marilyn, Can you have green onion? Many of our users used green onions (scallions) instead with great results. Some of our readers have made this without the onions as well and they enjoyed it. Hope this helps!
I loved this recipe!! Prepared it tonight and already shared the link to this salad with my mom, sister, cousins, and friend!!!!
That’s so great Mona! Thank you for that great review!
I made your roasted beet salad the other day last week it’s a keeper I loved it and my dad loved it thank you for sharing with us
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
I love most every recipe idea you have. Why? You make food that we all have in our home or is easily bought and prepared. You don’t use ingredients that u have to hunt everywhere for or takes hours to make and everyone’s kids hate, even ur husband. Delicious stuff.
I’m so inspired reading this! Thank you Ida!!
I pretty much make this recipe every week. The other day I thought instead of adding the avocado, diced to the salad, I would just puree it up with the rest of the dressing. The avocado turns black really quickly when it is diced, so that’s why I decided to add it to the rest of the dressing. It never turned dark and you still had the wonderful taste of avocado! BTW…I only used one! Delicious!
This one is popular in our home also! I’m so happy you found a favorite on our blog!
I have made this three times and served it to family and friends. Everyone loved it!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Have just made (and eaten) this amazing salad with tomatoes grown from seed on my patio. This is an amazing combination of textures and flavours. Destined to becone a firm favourite. Thank you 😊
I’m so happy to hear that, Catherine! Thank you for sharing your great review!
From Manila, Philippines!
Since, avocadoes are in season now in this part of the world, I tried this amazing recipe!! I replaced cucumber with zucchini though and left out the cilantro cos I ain’t a fan. But still came out refreshing and delicious!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that!
From Manila, Philippines!
Since, avocadoes are in season now in this part of the world, I tried this amazing recipe!! I replaced cucumber with zucchini though and left out the cilantro cos I ain’t a fan. But still came out refreshing and delicious!
That’s so great Vee! Thank you for sharing that!
How far ahead can you make this salad for an event?
Hi Dana, it will last about 5-6 hours covered and refrigerated. I would suggest omitting the salt until ready to serve since salt will cause the tomatoes to get juicy and the cucumbers to soften. Cover with plastic wrap directly over the surface of the salad to keep the avocados from discoloring – the lemon juice also helps prevent discoloring
I love this salad! I make it several times a week although I must admit, I omit the olive oil (nothing against it, I use it often as well) and add extra lemon juice. So delicious!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the wonderful review!
Very tasty! My avocadoes were still green so I replaced them with 8 hard-boiled eggs. It tastes exactly the same but it’s no longer vegan, according to my vegan friend.
I’m so glad you enjoyed that!
This was delicious ! Very light and easy , made for part of a girls luncheon and it was perfect ! Thanks for sharing !!!
I’m so glad you all enjoyed that, Char! Thank you for that awesome feedback!
Hello, this one turned out soggy, even though I tried to leach the moisture out of the cucumbers (with sugar, to offset the lemon juice). I tried your other recipe for chicken avocado salad, though, and that one turned out greeeeat. Thanks
Hi John, I have had a salad that was on the softer side when the avocados were over-ripe. Could that have been the case? Also, it’s best to add salt to this (because of the cucumbers and tomatoes) just before serving to prevent it from getting overly juicy. I hope that helps!
I substitute Balsamic Vinigar for the lemon, oil, cilantro mixture. Delicious.
That sounds delicious! Thank you for sharing that!
How far in advance can you make this?
Hi MaryAnn, it will last about 5-6 hours covered and refrigerated. I would suggest omitting the salt until ready to serve since salt will cause the tomatoes to get juicy and the cucumbers to soften. Cover with plastic wrap directly over the surface of the salad to keep the avocados from discoloring – the lemon juice also helps prevent discoloring.
Thank you for this quick and easy salad. Since I live alone, I use it as a main dish or as a side beside something else, like chicken or meat.
I bet it would be even better with garden tomatoes, but I can’t have a garden where I live.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
How many servings in this recipe?
Hi Lean, this recipe makes 4 as a side. If you click “Jump to recipe” at the top of the post it will take you to our printable recipe where you’ll have the option to change the number of servings. Hover over the “4” highlighted in red and slide it to how many sevings you would like to make. I hope that helps!
Thank you so much for posting this recipe. I make this every week as a side salad. My husband and I both love it.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
Cilantro tastes like soap to me, so I switched this up by substituting the cilantro with basil, and dressing with a good balsamic rather than lemon, olive oil, salt, pepper, a crushed garlic clove and a teaspoon of lime juice. It was fabulous!
That’s so great Denise! I’m so happy you enjoyed that with those substitutions!
So delicious! I used dill instead of cilantro because that’s what I had on hand. I suggest a little less salt otherwise perfect.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
How much dill did you use?? Was it fresh dill??
I will have to try this with the basil that you suggested. I have plenty of it in a pot on my patio. Sounds yummy!
use the stems when chopping the cilantro – no soapy taste!
This has to be one of the most refreshing salads I’ve tasted in a long time! I use it as my go to side dish to bring to BBQs. We’ve also used it as a topping for burgers. Delicious!! ❤️
That’s just awesome!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Victoria!
Thanks for the suggestion to replace the cilantro. I can taste a micro amount of it and it sends me looking for a place to spit it out. It amazes me that so many professional cooks ignore the fact that a large portion of the world hates the stuff.
You’re so welcome! I’m so happy that was helpful!
One of the best salads ever. I have made this several times and it is always a hit. I am not a fan of cilantro so I have to leave it out. Very allergic and I have to screen my food for cilantro everywhere I go. Very frustrating.
I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe, Diane! Several of our readers have mentioned great results using dill as a substitute.
Yum, that sounds awesome. I’m thinking a healthy sprinkle of salsa verde hot sauce would be good on this.
That’s a great idea! Thank you for that suggestion Elizabeth!
I have made this salad a number of times.I usually have to double it.Everybody loves it.I use dill weed instead of cilantro,too many at parties do not like cilantro.
I’m so happy to hear that! Sounds like you have a new favorite! Thank you for sharing that with me!
I like to try this recipe and it is delicious and tasty
That’s so great! Thank you for sharing that with me!
I don’t like cilantro but I love fresh basil so when mine has grown, I will add it. But made it with the rest of the ingredients and I love it!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that Heather!
Tried this recipe for our units pot luck and everyone loved it. Specially since we had to make something healthy. I will definitely make it again. Thank you
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing that with me!
OMG!! This salad is fantastic!! I’ll be making this all summer and for every event. Huge hit in our house!!!
That’s just awesome, Linda!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review 🙂
I found this salad on face book (your recipe Natasha) and made it. I add sautéed shrimp
and have made it several times everyone rants and raves about it!
thank you!!!!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!
Thank you thank you thank you! Your easy recipes have changed the way I eat!
I’m so inspired reading this! Thank you, Jennifer!
Love your salad so good!
I’m so happy to hear that!
Natasha THANK YOU for the outstanding recipes! I come back weekly to your website. I grew up in America but love learning to cook the Russian dishes my mom used to make when I was a little girl. BUT I’m absolutely SHOCKED 😲 that you do not have Monte on here. An absolute staple in the russian-ukrainian diet. You even have aspic on here for crying out loud! Where are the Monte?!?!? I would be internally grateful to you for a step-by-step video recipe for манты. 😇
Hi Tatyana, we don’t own the specific steamer to make manti so we stick with dumplings (pelmeni) for now 🙂 I have a recipe for the manti, I just need to get my hands on the steamer 🙂
This was an amazing salad. Just wanted to make something simple with flavour and this salad was just that. We are in PV Mexico and so I was able to get fresh produce. I added a yellow pepper and along with the salt and pepper I also sprinkled Salsa en Polvo ( chilli ) and WOW!!! This will be our meal for the next 5 weeks we are here.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite!
This is a nice salad and nice photos and instructions. To add a little more flavor tho, i drizzled it in Brianna’s Strawberry Vinegrette. Turned out very yummy.
Hey Natasha,
How long do I cook an 8.26 turkey and what temp? I’m using your recipe with the lemon and parsley.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Hi Sharon. Both of my Turkey recipes have Lemon and Parsley. Are you Referring to this Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe? Or this Juicy Roast Turkey Recipe. I would follow the same recipe instructions and temperatures but adjust the time accordingly. An 8-pound turkey will take less time than a 12-pound turkey & cooking temps based on the USDA which now says the safe poultry temp is 165˚F but the deeper thigh parts really should be at 170˚ to be fully cooked through. Once you have reduced the oven to 350˚F, you will bake about 13 min for every pound of turkey.
Does the avocado brown? I am always afraid of that
Hi Jennifer spraying it with a bit of lime or lemon juice should save them from getting brown.
Hi Natashsha, will spraying the corriander and onions with a bit of lime juice also work in keeping them from getting brown? Will advil also keep the corriander and onions from getting brown as well? Your salad sounds really good and simple.
Hey Brian, it definitely helps the avocado! But I haven’t noticed my onions getting brown. I’m not sure what you mean by “Advil”?