The Anti-Inflammatory Avocado Tomato Onion Salad has a fresh texture and vibrant colors. We prepare this refreshing salad with ripe avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, black pepper, sea salt, and optional pumpkin seeds for added crunch. This cool salad has only 220 calories and just 9 g of net carbs. This cool salad only takes fifteen minutes to prepare. The Anti-Inflammatory Avocado Tomato Onion Salad is an excellent choice for busy weekdays, meal prep, summer gatherings, picnics, healthy lunches, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. For the best flavor and texture, we can store it in the refrigerator for 1 day, but freezing is not suggested because the avocados and tomatoes become soft after thawing. Serve this cool salad with baked cod, cauliflower rice, garlic shrimp, lemon herb chicken, or grilled salmon.
STATS:
- Course: Salad
- No. of Calories: 220 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep Duration: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook Duration: 0 minutes
- Size/serving: 1 cup
- Mode of Cooking: No-Cook
- Overall yields: 4
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Overall Duration: 15 minutes
TOOLS:
- Cutting board
- Spoon
- Sharp knife
- Vessels
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- Two ripe avocados
- Cherry tomatoes, two cups
- ½ red onion
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Apple cider vinegar, one tsp.
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- Parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
AVOCADOS:
- We use ripe avocados for a creamy texture and healthy fats. Utilize diced cucumber as a different choice.
RED ONION:
- We use red onion for its crisp texture and mild, sharp flavor. You can swap it with shallots, sweet onion, or green onions.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use extra virgin olive oil for healthy anti-inflammatory fats. Avocado oil is a great alternative.
LEMON JUICE:
- We use fresh lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor. Fresh lime juice works equally well.
TURMERIC:
- We add ground turmeric for its natural anti-inflammatory properties. Fresh grated turmeric is a suitable replacement.
BLACK PEPPER:
- To boost the flavor, we include freshly ground black pepper. Freshly cracked pepper is recommended.
CILANTRO:
- We use fresh cilantro for a refreshing herbal flavor.
PUMPKIN SEEDS:
- Use pumpkin seeds for added crunch and healthy fats. You can substitute them with sunflower seeds, walnuts, or hemp hearts.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Rinse and dry each herb and veggie.
- Cut the avocados into slices and the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Chop the red onion into thin slices.
- Include the cilantro, avocados, onion, and tomatoes in a dish.
- Stir the salt, olive oil, black pepper, lemon juice, turmeric, and apple cider vinegar in a dish.
- Distribute the dressing on the salad.
- Carefully whisk till each element is equally coated.
- Garnish with parsley and pumpkin seeds if required.
- Serve this salad quickly.
TIPS:
- We utilize ripe but firm avocados.
- Include avocado just before eating for the freshest color.
- Refrigerate the tomatoes and then prepare the salad.
- Utilize fresh lemon juice to avoid browning.
- Include cucumber for additional crunch.
- Stir in the arugula or spinach for additional nutrients.
- Garnish with hemp seeds for additional protein.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HEALTHY GRAIN SIDES:
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Brown Rice
- Wild Rice Blend
- Lemon Couscous
- Farro Salad
LOW-CARB PAIRINGS:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Zucchini Noodles
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Green Beans
- Sautéed Spinach
MEDITERRANEAN FAVORITES:
- Hummus
- Falafel
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Roasted Eggplant
- Whole Wheat Pita Bread
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this delicious salad in a closed box and store it for one day.
FREEZER:
- Because the avocado and tomatoes will become soft and liquid after defrosting, we do not advise preserving this salad.
FAQs:
Will we include protein?
- Yes, you can use beans, grilled chicken, chickpeas, salmon, or shrimp.
How could we prepare this salad spicier?
- You can use red pepper flakes, diced jalapeños, or cayenne pepper.
May I utilize store-bought lemon juice?
- No, we suggest you use lemon juice, as it will deliver a perfect flavor.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 220 kcal
Sodium: 220 mg
Net Carbs: 9 g
Fiber: 8 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fats: 20 g
Proteins: 3 g
Portion Size: 1 cup
Total Carbs: 17 g
