Avocado, Tomato, and Cucumber Salad with Basil Pesto

Recipes

Avocado, Tomato, and Cucumber Salad with Basil Pesto

Ingredients:

  • ½ pound red cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, cut in halves
  • ½ pound yellow cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, cut in halves
  • 2 avocados, cubed
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • ⅓ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup basil pesto
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a spacious bowl, mix together the halved red and yellow cherry/grape tomatoes, cubed avocado, sliced cucumber, and chopped red onion.
  2. Drizzle the basil pesto and lemon juice over the salad. Gently toss everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated with the pesto and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preference. Add more basil pesto if you like your salad extra flavorful.
  3. Optional: If you’re interested in making your own basil pesto, try out a quick 20-minute homemade recipe for a truly fresh and creamy addition to your salad.

This vibrant salad combines the creamy texture of avocado with the juicy sweetness of tomatoes and the crunch of cucumber, all brought together by the rich flavors of basil pesto. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light meal on its own!