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    Tomato and Avocado Side Salad

    📋 Modified: Jun 28, 2022 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Ripe avocados, gorgeous red tomatoes, and the freshest ingredients in town. This tasty side salad is perfect in its simplicity and would pair well with any of your summer grilling favorites. Watching your waistline? It also makes a healthy, light lunch!

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    Tomato and Avocado Side Salad
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    Three avocados a tomato an onion a lemon and cilantro
    Tomato and avocado salad in a white bowl

    Ingredients

    • Avocado
    • Tomato
    • Red onion
    • Lemon
    • Cilantro
    • Oregano
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    Dressing

    • Extra virgin olive oil
    • Lemon

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Substitutions

    • Citrus - Fresh lime may be substituted for lemon.

    Variations

    Equipment

    • Salad bowl
    • Salad tongs
    • Colander
    • Oil and vinegar dispensers
    • Knife
    • Cutting board
    • Citrus squeezer

    Storage

    Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2-3 days. This dish is not freezer friendly.

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    The fresh lemon will help prevent the avocados from turning brown. For best results, avocados should be cut fresh right before serving.

    Have leftover ingredients?

    • Don't throw out your avocados! Use them quickly before they become too ripe. Try out our guacamole dip recipe, use them on your breakfast toast tomorrow morning, or serve them as a topping on your favorite tacos.
    • A good ripe tomato can be eaten by itself, or on anything... seriously. My grandmother used to slather some mayonnaise on bread and top it with tomato, salt, and pepper. Delicious! Want to take it to another level? Try this BLT sandwich.
    • Most people either love or hate red onion. I always like to use my leftover onions in my favorite salads, French onion soup, or a side of roasted vegetables.

    In the mood for a similar dish?

    Try these other salad and dip ideas:

    • Tomato and Fried Onion Salad
    • Blackened Shrimp and Avocado Salad
    • Pico De Gallo

    More lunch recipes you will love:

    • Greek Orzo Salad with Dolmades
    • Turkey Bacon Ranch Sliders
    • Roasted Tomato Soup
    • Halloumi Side Salad

    FAQ

    What is the difference between a beefsteak tomato and a regular tomato?

    Mainly size. Beefsteaks are one of the largest varieties of tomatoes and can weigh as much as 1-2lbs! Because of their shape, they are great in a salad or used as a sandwich topping.

    Are avocados good for you?

    Avocados are full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are considered a healthy fat, they're good for your heart and gut, and they will help you stay full longer.

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    Tomato and Avocado Side Salad

    Jami Powell
    Ripe avocados, gorgeous red tomatoes, and the freshest ingredients in town. This tasty side salad is perfect in its simplicity and would pair well with any of your summer grilling favorites. Watching your waistline? It also makes a healthy, light lunch!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Course Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4

    Equipment

    • Salad bowl
    • Salad tongs
    • Colander
    • Oil and vinegar dispensers
    • Knife
    • Cutting board
    • Citrus squeezer

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 mini Avocados
    • 1 qty Beefsteak tomato
    • ¼ small Red onion
    • 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
    • ½ teaspoon Oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
    • ¼ teaspoon Pepper (or to taste)

    Dressing

    • 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ qty Lemon

    Instructions
     

    • Wash all produce and set it aside to drain in a colander.
    • Cut ripe avocados in half. Remove the inner seed and out layer of skin. Continue cutting into large chunks.
    • Cut tomatoes into equally sized sections and slice the red onion.
    • Prepare salad with all ingredients. Drizzle the dressing ingredients over the top.
    • Toss and serve. Add more pepper (if desired).
    Keyword avocado, side salad, summer salad, tomatoes
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Food Safety

    • Wash hands and create a clean work area.
    • Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
    • Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
    • Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov

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