Fresh Avocado & Cherry Tomato Salad

🥗 Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes – 2 cups (halved, use red & yellow mix for color)

• Avocado – 2 medium (ripe but firm, diced)

• Red onion – ½ small (thinly sliced into rings)

• Red chili pepper – 1 small (sliced, optional for spice)

• Fresh cilantro or parsley – 2 tbsp (chopped)

• Extra-virgin olive oil – 2½ tbsp

• Fresh lemon juice – 1½ tbsp (or lime juice)

• Honey – 1 tsp (optional for balance)

• Salt – ½ tsp (or to taste)

• Black pepper – ¼ tsp (freshly ground)

• Crushed red chili flakes – ½ tsp (adjust to taste)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep the Veggies:

   • Slice cherry tomatoes in halves.

   • Dice avocado just before mixing to prevent browning.

   • Slice onion and chili thinly.

   • Chop herbs finely.

2. Make the Dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.

3. Assemble the Salad:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, avocado, onion, chili, and herbs.

   • Drizzle dressing over the salad.

   • Toss gently to avoid crushing the avocado.

4. Garnish:

   • Sprinkle red chili flakes on top for a vibrant, spicy kick.

   • Serve immediately for the freshest taste.

🍽️ Tips:

• ✅ For extra flavor, add crumbled feta or grilled corn.

• ✅ Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.

• ✅ Serve with grilled chicken, fish, or warm pita bread for a complete meal.

  🔥 Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: ~180 kcal

  • Protein: ~3 g

  • Carbohydrates: ~10 g

    • Fiber: ~5 g

    • Sugars: ~4 g

  • Fat: ~15 g

    • Saturated fat: ~2 g

    • Healthy unsaturated fats: ~13 g

  • Sodium: ~250 mg (depends on added salt)

  • Vitamin C: ~25% DV

  • Vitamin A: ~20% DV

  • Potassium: ~600 mg

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  ✅ Healthy Points:

  • Rich in heart-healthy fats from avocado 🥑

  • High in fiber & antioxidants from tomatoes, herbs, and chili 🌱

  • Naturally gluten-free & vegetarian 🌿

  • Refreshing, low-carb, and hydrating