Cucumber, Tomato and Avocado Salad

Cucumber, Tomato and Avocado Salad

from cravingtasty.com
25 min
4 servings

Italian inspired, this tomato, cucumber and avocado salad is made of only ripe and flavorful ingredients. This makes the salad incredibly flavorful and delicious. Make it a few hours before serving - it will only get better.

Ingredients

  • 4 tomatoes ((medium size, fresh and ripe))
  • 4 baby cucumbers ((fresh and firm))
  • 1 Hass avocado ((ripe and slightly soft))
  • 1/2 red onion ((medium size, peeled and diced))
  • 1/2 bunch fresh basil ((rinsed, dried and finely chopped))
  • 1 pinch granulated sugar
  • 6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil ((good quality))
  • 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 garlic clove ((pressed))
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 pinch black pepper ((freshly ground))

Directions

  1. 1

    Core the tomatoes, cut in half, then cut each half lengthwise into 3 wedges. Then cut each wedge in half crosswise. Place the tomatoes in a large bowl, sprinkle with a pinch of sugar and give them a quick toss.

  2. 2

    Cut off the ends of the cucumbers. Using a vegetable peeler, make long stripes going top down. Slice into 1/4" thick slices slightly on the diagonal. Transfer to the bowl with the tomatoes.

  3. 3

    Cut the avocado in 4 quarters lengthwise and remove the pit. Gently remove the skin, then slice into 3/8" thick slices on the diagonal and add to tomatoes and cucumbers, along with the diced onion and chopped basil.

  4. 4

    To prepare the dressing, throw all of the dressing ingredients into a small bowl and whisk together vigorously, until well blended.

  5. 5

    Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently using both hands. You can serve immediately or cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature until ready to serve. This salad only gets better with time.