Tamara Novacoviç is still in avocado mode, and here’s a very simple but attractive way to serve this lovely veggie tasting fruit.
By Tamara Novacoviç
I just love avocado. It can be used in so many different ways, but usually (like with all things in life) the simplest is the best. Use delicious summer vegetables and make this refreshing and healthy meal!
Summer avocado salad
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Super Simple Summer Avocado Salad combines ripe avocados with fresh tomatoes, onion, and a hint of lime for a refreshing and healthy dish perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tomatoes
- 1/2 onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Some cottage cheese
- Olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Wash the avocados, peel them, remove the stones, and chop the flesh into cubes. Sprinkle the cubes with lime juice to prevent browning.
- Wash the tomatoes and cut them into cubes. Combine the tomatoes with the avocado cubes in a large bowl.
- Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley. Add them to the bowl with the avocado and tomatoes.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Add a drizzle of olive oil and the apple cider vinegar.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Serve the salad with a dollop of cottage cheese on top for added creaminess.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, mix in more cottage cheese.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day.
- Use ripe but firm avocados for the best texture.
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the recipe use both lime juice and apple cider vinegar?
The dressing combines 2 tbsp lime juice and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. The lime juice prevents the avocado cubes from browning and adds bright citrus flavor, while the apple cider vinegar contributes a milder, slightly fruity acidity that rounds out the dressing. The notes suggest substituting lemon juice for lime if preferred, but the apple cider vinegar stays constant.
What does the cottage cheese add to this salad?
Cottage cheese is stirred in with the avocado, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and parsley to add a mild creamy texture and extra protein. The notes say adding more cottage cheese gives a creamier consistency if you prefer a richer salad.
Whenever I eat cottage cheese I always slice some avocado to go with it…this is the perfect salad for me :)
I loooove avocado in fruit salads…best addition ever!
I have never tried avocado with fruit, I always make it in salty vegetable versions like this one. Have to try your suggestion too!
What a great looking summer salad!
thank you Laura, I enjoy these salads when it’s hot…they are the best
Very refreshing summer salad!