Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is a delightful and refreshing dish, perfect for warm days and gatherings. This salad blends the creamy texture of avocados with juicy cherry tomatoes and the fresh crunch of cucumbers, all enhanced by the rich flavors of mozzarella and basil pesto. Not only is it quick to whip up, taking just 20 minutes, but it also offers versatility—serve it as a side dish or add grilled chicken or turkey for a satisfying main course. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or meal prep, this vibrant salad brings color and nutrition to your table!
- 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 (halved)
- 1/2 pound yellow cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 avocados (diced)
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/3 cup red onion (diced)
- 8 ounces small fresh mozzarella cheese balls
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, sliced cucumbers, and diced red onion.
- Add small mozzarella cheese balls along with basil pesto and lemon juice. Gently toss until everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg