Description
This Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella (plant-based) is a vibrant, refreshing dish combining crisp cucumbers, juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, buttery avocado, and tender plant-based mozzarella. Tossed in a silky natural gelling agent dressing with fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil (natural), and apple cider vinegar (natural), this salad offers a perfect balance of freshness and creaminess ideal for any meal or occasion.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized chunks
- 1 large crisp cucumber, sliced into thin rounds or half-moons
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup mozzarella (plant-based), cubed or torn
- Fresh basil leaves, torn for garnish
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Vegetables and Avocado: Wash and dry the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons according to preference. Peel and cube the avocado carefully, keeping it smooth and unbruised.
- Cube the Mozzarella (Plant-Based): Gently cut the plant-based mozzarella into small cubes or tear into rustic pieces to add creamy texture to the salad.
- Make the Dressing with Natural Gelling Agent: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), natural gelling agent, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix until the dressing is slightly thickened and smooth to evenly coat the salad ingredients.
- Combine and Toss: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, cubed avocado, and plant-based mozzarella. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and gently toss to coat everything thoroughly without mashing the avocado.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves on top for aromatic freshness and color. Serve immediately or chill for 15 to 20 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Use ripe produce to enhance the salad’s flavor profile.
- Gently toss to maintain the creamy texture of avocado.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and acidity to taste.
- A brief chill improves flavor melding without sogginess.
- Prepare the dressing just before serving for best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tomato salad, cucumber salad, avocado salad, plant-based mozzarella, fresh salad, natural dressing, gluten free, healthy salad
