Description
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is the perfect summer dish, bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocados, crunchy cucumbers, and delightful mozzarella balls, this salad is a nutritious option for any gathering or light meal. Tossed in a zesty basil pesto dressing with a hint of lemon juice, each bite offers a refreshing experience that will please any palate. Whether served at picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, this versatile salad is not only easy to prepare but also makes for a beautiful presentation on your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound red cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 pound yellow cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/3 cup red onion (diced)
- 8 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, sliced cucumber, diced red onion, and mozzarella balls.
- In a separate bowl, mix the basil pesto and lemon juice; add to the salad mixture.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are coated; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg