Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto is a refreshing and colorful dish that bursts with flavor. This vibrant salad combines ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy avocados, crunchy cucumbers, and small mozzarella balls, all tossed in fragrant basil pesto. Ideal for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a light meal at home, this salad is quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes! Its fresh ingredients provide essential nutrients while its delightful presentation is sure to impress your guests. Enjoy it as a side dish or a standalone meal; either way, it’s a nutritious and satisfying choice that brings a taste of summer to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound red cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 pound yellow cherry tomatoes
- 2 avocados
- 1 cucumber
- 1/3 cup red onion
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese balls
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, sliced cucumber, diced red onion, and small mozzarella balls.
- Add basil pesto and lemon juice, then gently toss the ingredients until well mixed. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use. For best results, add avocado right before serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg