Looking for a refreshing, no-fuss dish that's satisfying? This vibrant 15-minute Arugula Avocado Salad is the perfect light lunch or easy side! With creamy avocados, crunchy red onion, and peppery arugula, it all comes together with a zesty lime dressing. This salad will quickly become a weeknight go-to.
This Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing is the perfect easy side dish, that will leave you feeling great!
It's light, refreshing, and perfect for adding a splash of color to your table—trust me, you'll be making this one on repeat at home!
Ingredients
- Lime juice: Fresh lime juice really pops in this arugula salad, but you could use lemon juice if you prefer.
- Olive oil: This is the time to pull out the good stuff!
- Sea salt: Sea salt is my go-to, but you could use kosher salt or table salt.
- Cayenne pepper: Offers a gentle heat that livens up the salad without overpowering it. Feel free to omit.
- Arugula: Baby spinach could be substituted if you don't enjoy arugula's peppery bite.
- Red onion: You can soak the onion in ice water or vinegar for about 15 minutes to remove some of the sharpness.
- Cherry tomatoes: Grape tomatoes or diced tomatoes will also work.
- Avocado: You will want one large ripe avocado.
Tips and Tricks
- If you want to elevate the dressing, a teaspoon of fresh minced garlic, fresh oregano, dijon mustard and freshly ground black pepper can be added.
- To prevent onion from overpowering the salad, soak sliced onions in cold water for a few minutes to mellow their sharpness.
- Keep the dressing separate and don't add the avocado or toss the salad until you are ready to serve.
- Feel free to add what you like to thas salad. I love cucumbers, parmesan cheese, feta cheese, pine nuts, walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
- Pair this salad with grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
Step by Step Instructions
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Looking for a refreshing, no-fuss dish that's satisfying? This vibrant 15-minute Arugula Avocado Salad is the perfect light lunch or easy side! With creamy avocados, crunchy red onion , and peppery arugula, it all comes together with a zesty lime dressing. This salad will quickly become a weeknight go-to.
Servings: 4
Calories: 194.68kcal
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Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 lime juiced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Salad
- 6 cups baby arugula
- ½ red onion sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 large avocado peeled and diced
Instructions
- In a glass jar or blender, combine the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and cayenne pepper. Shake or process until combined.
- In a large bowl, stir together the arugula, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Toss with half of the dressing.
- Transfer to serving bowls and top with diced avocado.
- Sprinkle with the remaining dressing and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 194.68kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.19g | Protein: 2.23g | Fat: 18.16g | Saturated Fat: 2.55g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12.61g | Sodium: 160.11mg | Potassium: 432.81mg | Fiber: 4.69g | Sugar: 2.28g | Vitamin A: 895.39IU | Vitamin C: 19.69mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1.04mg
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