Avocado Salad

This refreshing Moroccan Avocado Salad combines creamy avocados with vibrant spices and fresh vegetables, creating a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Perfect as a light appetizer or a side dish, it embodies the essence of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Ripe avocados - 2 medium
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
2. Mash the avocado lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.
3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and mint to the bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the avocado mixture and gently toss to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado further.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats that support heart health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

Tags