Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the creamy richness of avocado, and the fragrant notes of basil pesto. This salad not only bursts with flavor but is also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect addition to summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light side dish at any gathering. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll impress your guests with this colorful medley that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound red cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 pound yellow cherry tomatoes
- 2 avocados, diced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/3 cup red onion, diced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese balls
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the avocados, slice the cucumber, and dice the red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, sliced cucumber, diced red onion, and mozzarella cheese balls.
- Add basil pesto and lemon juice to the mixture; gently toss until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg