Description
Celebrate Spring Avocado Salad! This vibrant, fresh mix of creamy avocado, crisp greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and radishes is an easy Mother’s Day delight. Full instructions & nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 5 oz (about 5 cups) spring mix salad greens
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced or diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4–5 radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the vegetables by washing the spring mix, halving the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slicing the cucumber and radishes. Place all in a large salad bowl.
- Step 2: Carefully dice the ripe avocados and gently toss them with half of the fresh lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning. Add the seasoned avocado to the salad bowl.
- Step 3: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the remaining lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and the finely chopped fresh dill. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Step 4: Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and avocado in the large salad bowl.
- Step 5: Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are lightly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Notes
- For best freshness, if preparing ahead or storing any leftovers, keep the spring mix and other vegetables separate from the dressing and avocado; dress and add avocado right before serving to prevent wilting and browning.
- Since this is a vibrant fresh salad, reheating isn't recommended; for a delightful next-day option, consider repurposing any leftover undressed vegetables into a light wrap or a quick smoothie base, but avocado and dressed greens are best enjoyed immediately.
- Elevate this gorgeous salad for a special occasion by pairing it with grilled chicken, shrimp, or a flaky salmon fillet, making it a perfect light meal for a Mother's Day brunch or any joyful spring gathering.
- To truly celebrate the freshness, dice your avocados last and remember to gently toss the entire salad; this minimizes browning and keeps the delicate spring mix from bruising, ensuring every ingredient looks its best.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large salad
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 7g