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Smashed Cucumber Avocado Salad

Easy smashed cucumber avocado salad made with simple ingredients for a beautiful side dish or addition to grain bowls and proteins! This fresh cucumber avocado salad packs plenty of flavor from lime juice, herbs, and a little jalapeño.
Course Gluten Free, Grain Free, Low Carb, Lunch, Nut Free, Paleo, Side Dish, Vegan, Vegetarian
Cuisine American
Keyword cucumber avocado salad, smashed cucumber avocado salad, smashed cucumber salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 108cal
Author Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Ingredients

  • 6 Persian cucumbers, halved and smashed
  • 2 ripe avocados, cut into large chunks
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (or sub ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

Instructions

  • Slice the cucumbers open lengthwise, then place cucumbers flesh side down and smash the cucumber halves with the flat side of a large knife (similar to how you would smash garlic cloves!); the cucumber will split open. Cut at a 45 degree angle into 1-inch pieces and transfer to a large bowl, then add in avocado chunks, scallions, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño, and salt. Gently toss with a large spoon to combine. Taste and add more salt, if necessary. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (based on 4) | Calories: 108cal | Carbohydrates: 9.7g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 8.3g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 4.5g | Sugar: 2.4g
Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com