Description
Brighten up your mealtime with this fresh, nutritious Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella (plant-based). Combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and soft plant-based mozzarella, all tossed in a tangy dressing made with apple cider vinegar (natural) and extra virgin olive oil (natural). This vibrant and refreshing salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or healthy snack any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Cheese
- 2 ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 large crisp cucumber, thinly sliced (skin on)
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and sliced or cubed
- 150g mozzarella (plant-based), sliced or cubed
- Fresh basil leaves, a handful
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks and slice the cucumbers thinly, keeping the skin on for texture and nutrients.
- Slice the Avocado and Mozzarella (plant-based): Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into cubes or thin slices as preferred. Cut the mozzarella (plant-based) into small, manageable pieces that blend well with the vegetables.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar (natural), extra virgin olive oil (natural), a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, gently toss the tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, mozzarella (plant-based), and fresh basil leaves. Pour the dressing over and mix carefully to coat all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right after tossing to enjoy its vibrant colors and fresh flavors at their peak.
Notes
- Use ripe produce for the best flavor.
- Slice all ingredients evenly for balanced bites.
- Toss gently with dressing to keep avocado creamy and intact.
- Add basil leaves last to preserve their bright flavor.
- Chill briefly before serving for a refreshing experience if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tomato salad, cucumber salad, avocado salad, plant-based mozzarella, fresh salad, healthy salad, gluten free salad