Creamy Avocado Cucumber Olive Salad

Creamy Avocado Cucumber Olive Salad

🥗 Description

This creamy avocado cucumber olive salad is fresh, vibrant, and full of Mediterranean flavors. Creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and briny olives are tossed in a light herby dressing that’s refreshing, healthy, and perfect as a side dish or light meal.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 2 ripe avocados, peeled and cubed

• 2 medium cucumbers, sliced or chopped

• ½ cup black or Kalamata olives, pitted

• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

For the Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

• 1 small garlic clove, minced

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the vegetables

   • Cut the avocados into bite-sized cubes.

   • Slice the cucumbers and red onion thinly.

   • Pit the olives if needed.

2. Make the dressing

   • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes until well combined.

3. Assemble the salad

   • In a large bowl, add avocado, cucumber, olives, and red onion.

   • Pour the dressing over the salad.

4. Add herbs & toss

   • Sprinkle chopped dill and parsley on top.

   • Gently toss until everything is evenly coated, being careful not to mash the avocado.

5. Rest & serve

   • Let the salad rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

   • Serve fresh and chilled.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve as a side with grilled chicken or fish

• Enjoy with toasted bread or pita

• Add to wraps or grain bowls

🌿 Tips & Variations

• Add feta cheese for extra creaminess

• Use Greek yogurt (1–2 tbsp) for a richer dressing

• Add cherry tomatoes for color and sweetness

• Perfect for anti-inflammatory and Mediterranean-style meals