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A vibrant summer salad featuring cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, red onions, and basil pesto.
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Summer Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Avocado, Red Onions, and Basil Pesto

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A refreshing summer salad featuring vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a flavorful basil pesto dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 large cucumber (diced)
  • 1 ripe avocado (diced)
  • 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the basil pesto, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Drizzle the pesto dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper as desired.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: summer salad

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 200mg