Description
Brighten your meal with this refreshing Zesty Lime and Avocado Salad! Packed with creamy avocados, crunchy toasted pepitas, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad delivers a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a light meal, this easy-to-make dish will impress your family and friends while adding a vibrant touch to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce under cold water.
- Dice the avocados and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the avocados, tomatoes, onion, and toasted pepitas. Toss gently to avoid mashing.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the salad. Season with salt and pepper, then toss again lightly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg