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Spring Salad: Tomato Cucumber Salad with Avocado, Mozzarella, and Basil Pesto


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and easy spring salad featuring cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, mozzarella, and basil pesto.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (red and yellow)
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup small fresh mozzarella cheese balls
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • Basil pesto to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, mozzarella cheese balls, and red onion in a large bowl.
  2. Drizzle with basil pesto and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Add avocado before serving to prevent browning.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: spring salad, tomato cucumber salad, avocado salad, mozzarella salad, basil pesto