Salad with avocado and cherry tomatoes

A salad with avocado and cherry tomatoes is a vibrant and satisfying dish. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe:

Avocado and Cherry Tomato Salad

Ingredients:

• For the Salad:

  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn (or parsley if you prefer)
  • 2 oz crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or chopped nuts (optional)

• For the Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil.

2. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

3. Assemble the Salad:

   • Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
   • If using, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts or chopped nuts.

4. Serve:

   • Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or chill for about 15-20 minutes if you prefer it slightly cooler.

This salad is both refreshing and filling, with the creamy avocado complementing the juicy tomatoes and crunchy cucumber. It makes a great side dish or a light main course!