Description
Discover the refreshing Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto, a perfect blend of flavors for a healthy delight! This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome dish packed with nutrients. The combination of juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocados, and delightful mozzarella, all tossed together with aromatic basil pesto, makes for a delightful culinary experience that you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
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Fresh Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by washing all your fresh produce thoroughly. Chop the tomatoes and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, slice the avocado, and tear the mozzarella into small pieces.
- Make the Basil Pesto: If you’re using store-bought basil pesto, you’re all set! If you’d like to make your own, blend fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until smooth.
- Toss the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, and mozzarella. Drizzle with basil pesto and gently toss everything together until well coated.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the best flavor and texture.
- Letting the salad sit in the fridge for a bit enhances the flavors.
- Be gentle when mixing to avoid mashing the avocado.
- Try different types of pesto for a unique twist.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad, Mozzarella, Basil Pesto, Healthy Salad