Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad

Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad

from Eating Healthy Today
Fresh, vibrant, and seriously refreshing. Crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, juicy pomegranate, and toasted walnuts — all brought together with lemon, olive oil, and a touch of sumac. Light, dairy-free, and packed with texture. This is the kind of salad that feels clean but still exciting.

Ingredients

  • English cucumbers

    shaved into ribbons

    1 ½
  • 5–6 Persian cucumbers

    thinly sliced

  • red onion
    ⅓ small
  • avocado
    1
  • 2–3 tbsp toasted walnuts
  • 4–6 tbsp pomegranate seeds
  • 3–4 tbsp fresh parsley
  • Zest + juice of 1 lemon
  • olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper
  • sumac
    1 tsp

Directions

Directions

  1. 1

    Thinly shave or slice the cucumbers and place in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add diced red onion and cubed avocado.

  3. 3

    Stir in walnuts and pomegranate seeds.

  4. 4

    Add fresh parsley.

  5. 5

    Top with lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and sumac. Gently toss until evenly coated.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.

Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad

Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad

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About this Recipe

The Ultimate Refreshing Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad

Get ready to discover your new favorite refreshing salad! This Cucumber Avocado Pomegranate Salad is a vibrant explosion of flavors and textures that will brighten any meal. It's the kind of healthy salad that feels both incredibly light and deeply satisfying, making it perfect for a sunny day lunch or a stunning side dish.

What makes this salad truly special is its incredible medley of ingredients. We combine crunchy English cucumber ribbons and thinly sliced Persian cucumbers for double the refreshing crunch. Creamy, rich avocado cubes provide a luxurious counterpoint, while juicy, ruby-red pomegranate seeds burst with sweet-tart flavor in every bite. Toasted, chopped walnuts add a delightful nutty crunch, elevating the texture profile even further.

Beyond the fantastic textures, the simple yet incredibly flavorful dressing is key. A bright mix of fresh lemon juice and zest, high-quality olive oil, and a pinch of aromatic sumac ties everything together. Sumac, with its tangy, slightly citrusy notes, perfectly complements the freshness of the vegetables and fruit, creating a uniquely delicious lemon sumac dressing.

This dairy-free salad is incredibly versatile. Serve it as a light lunch, a vibrant side to grilled chicken or fish, or bring it to your next potluck for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It's quick to assemble and offers a burst of clean, exciting flavor that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

Tips & Variations:

  • For extra fresh flavor, add a handful of fresh mint or dill along with the parsley.
  • Enhance the protein by adding some crumbled feta cheese (if not dairy-free) or cooked quinoa.
  • Don't skip toasting the walnuts; it really brings out their flavor!

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