Zesty Mediterranean Avocado Salad (Print-Friendly Recipe)

Creamy avocado, tomatoes, feta, olives tossed in a tangy garlic dressing for a fresh Mediterranean style lunch.

# Ingredients List:

→ Produce

01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Olives & Cheese

07 - 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
08 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts (Optional)

09 - 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

→ Condiments

10 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, add diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
02 - Incorporate sliced Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and chopped fresh parsley into the bowl.
03 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and gently toss to ensure even coating.
05 - Optionally sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top for added texture, then serve immediately or chill for up to one hour to meld flavors.

# Extra Information:

01 - Use ripe but firm avocados to preserve texture in the salad.
02 - Substitute feta cheese with goat cheese for a creamier variation.
03 - To add a spicy note, include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the dressing.
04 - Pairs well with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.

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