Cilantro avocado salad
This Cilantro Avocado Salad is a healthy and low calorie side dish that's bursting with flavor. Made with fresh avocado, cilantro, and lime juice, it's quick and easy to prepare and pairs well with a variety of main dishes.
Equipment
The equipment needed for this low calorie cilantro avocado salad is minimal. You'll need a large mixing bowl to toss the salad ingredients together, and a small bowl and whisk to prepare the dressing. That's it! This salad is easy to make and requires minimal equipment, so you can enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Salad bowl or serving dish
Ingredients
This low calorie cilantro avocado salad is packed with fresh and healthy ingredients. Mixed greens provide a nutritious and tasty base for the salad, while ripe avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats. Cucumber and red onion add crunch and texture, while fresh cilantro brings a burst of bright flavour. The simple dressing, made with fresh lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil, adds tang and depth to the salad without adding unnecessary calories. This salad is a perfect way to get in some healthy greens while still enjoying delicious flavors and textures.
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: red pepper flakes for added spice
Method
Making this low calorie cilantro avocado salad is simple and straightforward. To begin, combine the mixed greens, diced avocado, cucumber, red onion, and chopped cilantro in a large mixing bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated. That's it! This salad is quick and easy to make, and it's perfect for a healthy and flavorful meal any time of day.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined.
- Add the diced avocado and chopped cilantro to the bowl, and gently toss to coat the avocado in the dressing.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish or salad bowl, and garnish with additional cilantro and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve the Cilantro Avocado Salad as a healthy and delicious side dish.
