Avocado Lime Salad Recipe

Name: Avocado Lime Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (1 large lime); 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 4 small tomatoes, cut in 3/4-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups); 2 medium ripe avocados, cut into 3/4-inch dice (1 1/2 cups); 3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts); 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 head boston lettuce, torn into large pieces (8 cups); 1 medium cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced diagonally (1 cup); 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (1 large lime)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 small tomatoes, cut in 3/4-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups)
2 medium ripe avocados, cut into 3/4-inch dice (1 1/2 cups)
3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 head boston lettuce, torn into large pieces (8 cups)
1 medium cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise, seeded and thinly sliced diagonally (1 cup)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

1
In a medium glass or ceramic bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2
Add tomatoes, avocados, scallions and garlic.
3
Using rubber spatula, gently fold to combine.
4
Season to taste with pepper.
5
In large bowl, whisk together olive oil, cumin, remaining tablespoon lime juice and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
6
Add lettuce and toss.
7
Season to taste with pepper.
8
Divide lettuce among plates.
9
Top each with mound of avocado mixture.
10
Top with cucumber slices.
11
sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (1 large lime), 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 4 small tomatoes, cut in 3/4-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Avocado Lime Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Avocado Lime Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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