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Mediterranean Style Tomato and Avocado Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean region, this salad embodies the vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients characteristic of the area. It is often enjoyed as a refreshing side dish during warm months, celebrating the bounty of summer produce. Today, variations of this salad can be found in many cuisines around the world, highlighting the universal appeal of its simple, wholesome ingredients.

MediterraneanITside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 ripe tomatoes
2 avocados
1/2 red onion
1 cucumber
4 oz feta cheese
1/2 cup black olives
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: cottage cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

black olives

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: green olives

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canned olives

Green olives are often lower in sodium and can be more cost-effective.

1

Chop the ripe tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

2

Dice the avocados and add them to a large mixing bowl.

3

Finely slice the red onion and cucumber, then add to the bowl.

4

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad mixture.

5

Add the black olives to the bowl, pitting them if necessary.

6

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad.

7

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the ingredients in the bowl.

8

Drizzle olive oil over the salad for added richness.

9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10

Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocados.

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Also Known As

Tomato Avocado SaladMediterranean Salad
Local Name: Insalata Mediterranea di Pomodori e Avocado

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