Description
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is a delightful, healthy dish bursting with fresh flavors. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light meal at home, this vibrant salad features juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy mozzarella, all harmoniously tossed in aromatic basil pesto. With minimal prep time and versatile serving options, it effortlessly stands out as a refreshing choice for any occasion.
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 avocado, sliced cucumber, diced red onion, and mozzarella balls.
- Drizzle with basil pesto and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg