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Fresh and Flavorful Zesty Mediterranean Avocado Salad Recipe

Learn how to make delicious Zesty Mediterranean Avocado Salad. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced (substitute with cucumber for a lower-fat option)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or grape tomatoes)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced (black olives work too)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional but highly recommended)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or fresh cilantro for a twist)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)

Instructions

  1. Start by prepping all your fresh ingredients. Dice the avocados and cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the onion thinly, and chop the parsley. Having everything ready makes tossing the salad a breeze.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and red onion. This is where the colors start to pop—bright reds, deep purples, and fresh greens.
  3. Add the diced avocado gently. Since avocado can get mushy if overhandled, I like to fold it in carefully using a spatula to keep those creamy chunks intact.
  4. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the top. This step always feels like adding the magic finishing touch, much like my mom’s sprinkle of spices that could transform any basic meal into something memorable.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes until well combined. This dressing is zesty and bright—exactly what pulls this salad together.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed; sometimes, I add a bit more lemon or a pinch more salt depending on my mood and the ripeness of the ingredients.
  7. Serve immediately for the freshest taste. If you need to wait, keep the salad covered in the fridge and add the avocado last just before serving to avoid browning.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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