Messy Avocado Summer Salad (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 ripe avocados, cubed
02 - 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cucumber, diced
04 - ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
05 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - Juice of 1 lemon (or lime)
07 - 1½ tbsp olive oil
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Optional Toppings

09 - Crumbled feta or goat cheese
10 - Red pepper flakes

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the cubed avocados, halved tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped herbs.
02 - Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil over the vegetables.
03 - Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
04 - Gently toss all ingredients together, allowing the avocado to become slightly smashed and creamy.
05 - Sprinkle with cheese if desired and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

# Notes:

01 - This salad is best served fresh as avocados can brown quickly once cut.
02 - For a tangier flavor, use lime juice instead of lemon.

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