Description
Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant textures, this Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella (plant-based) combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and soft mozzarella (plant-based) tossed in a zesty apple cider vinegar (natural) dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, healthy snack, or impressive side, this salad delivers freshness and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe heirloom or cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 large fresh cucumber, peeled if preferred, sliced into thin rounds or half-moons
- 1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, and diced
- 1 cup mozzarella (plant-based), cubed or torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey (natural) or maple syrup (natural) for sweetness
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Peel the cucumber if preferred, then slice into thin rounds or half-moons. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice carefully to maintain its creamy texture.
- Prepare the Mozzarella (plant-based): Cube or tear the mozzarella (plant-based) into pieces that will combine easily with the vegetables, ensuring a creamy but balanced bite throughout the salad.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar (natural), extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Add honey (natural) or maple syrup (natural) if a hint of sweetness is desired.
- Toss Everything Together: Gently combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, mozzarella (plant-based), and fresh basil leaves in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss lightly to ensure even coating without mashing the avocado.
- Serve Fresh: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshness and crisp textures at their peak.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm avocados and perfectly fresh tomatoes to avoid mushiness.
- Keep vegetables chilled before serving for a refreshing taste, especially on warm days.
- Use gentle tossing with a large spoon and fork to preserve the avocado’s shape.
- Adjust the acidity and sweetness of the dressing according to your taste preference.
- Serve promptly to prevent avocado browning and maintain best presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tomato cucumber salad, avocado salad, plant-based mozzarella salad, fresh vegetable salad, apple cider vinegar dressing, easy summer salad
