Can I eat avocado and cucumber together?

Crunchy cucumbers and creamy avocados are the stars of this simple five-ingredient salad . Peeling the cucumbers in alternating stripes helps them soak up seasonings while maintaining their shape. After being cut into bite-size pieces, they are combined with salt to draw out moisture, concentrating their flavor.

What does avocado salad contain?

Avocado Salad Ingredients This salad is a delightful combination of fresh, ripe avocados, crisp and cool cucumbers, complemented by a light lime dressing . If you're a fan of guacamole, then you'll surely love this easy avocado salad.

What foods not to mix with avocado?

The combination you want to stay away from is eating avocados (a fat) with nuts (a protein) . The raw fat properties of the avocado have an inhibiting effect of the digestion of the protein in nuts. Fruit digests the quickest.

What should not be mixed with cucumber?

People often eat both cucumber and radish mixed in salad. However, both can react with each other. Cucumber contains ascorbate, which acts to absorb vitamin C. In such a situation, when you eat radish with it, it creates obstruction in this process, which can lead to a variety of health concerns.

Can I eat avocado salad everyday?

“ Avocado could be part of your daily diet as long as you're including a variety of colors, textures and kinds of food ,” Cucuzza concludes.

Is avocado healthier than mayo?

For comparison, avocado is about ½ the calories of mayo : two tablespoons of avocado contain 50 calories compared with 100 calories for the same amount of mayonnaise. Avocado also contains half the fat (4.5g to 9g) and is cholesterol free.

Is mayonnaise with avocado healthy?

The Avocado Oil Mayo Difference Oils like soybean and canola are extremely detrimental to our health, yet they're being slipped into products left and right. Avocado Oil, on the other hand, is high in monounsaturated fats, which are considered a good kind of fat that we all need to function optimally .

Why you must not eat raw cucumber with meals?

Also, the seeds in cucumber help in preventing constipation, and both fibre and water content help induce satiety. But, eating cucumber with meals can cause indigestion for some people because of the compound called cucurbitacin (class of biochemical compounds) .

Can you eat avocado with vegetables?

As with many healthy fruits and veggies, avocados work best in synergy with other foods . They help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E and K. So eating avocado with a salad or any other veggies actually helps you to absorb the vitamins from those foods.

What not to do with an avocado?

14 Mistakes You Need To Avoid With Avocado Not waiting until your avocado is ripe. ... Forgetting to wash your avocado. ... Buying loads of avocados at once. ... Putting them in the refrigerator too quickly. ... Mistaking a brown avocado for a rotten one. ... Storing them incorrectly once open. ... Taking out the pit wrong. More items... Dec 16, 2022

When not to eat avocado?

Avocados are rotten if they're mushy when squeezed, brown or moldy inside, and have developed rancidity or a sour smell . You may be able to salvage part of the fruit if it's just starting to brown inside and the rest of the fruit looks, smells, and tastes fine.

Feta Cucumber Avocado Salad (Avocado Salata)

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Cucumber Avocado Olive + Feta Salad 🥒 full recipe on my site: HungryHappens.Net
♬ original sound – Stella Drivas

There’s something about a delicious chopped Greek style salad with lots of creamy feta cheese and a tangy dressing that puts a smile on my face. Perpetually in the mood for this with some sliced up grilled chicken, salmon or canned tuna. The simplest of lunches and dinners that will have you coming back for more.

Feta Cucumber Avocado Salad (Avocado Salata) - Hungry Happens (2)

I personally prefer the cucumber the same as the red onion: sliced thin on the mandolin (but diced up into small pieces also works). The olives need to be halved, and the avocado needs to be diced. The fresh dill is the ideal herb to use here. It pairs amazingly with the feta cheese.

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The dressing is super simple and easy to whip up. You most probably have all of these fresh delicious ingredients lying around. The tang from the vinegar and lemon juice coupled with the sweetness of the honey is total perfection. I like to serve this with some toasted pita bread and add some sesame seeds or Everything But the Bagel seasoning at the end for that textured aesthetic. Chef’s Kiss!

We appreciate you coming by Hungry Happens and checking out this dish! If you make this or any other recipe, please comment and rate on how you feel about it! Thank you and Cheers!

Feta Cucumber Avocado Salad

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4.97 from 30 votes

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 15 minutes mins

Ingredients

Dressing:

1/4 cup olive oil
1-2 tbs red wine vinegar
1-2 tbs fresh lemon juice
1 tbs honey
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste

Salad:

1 large cucumber, diced
1/2 small red onion, sliced thin
1/2 cup Kalamata olives halved
2 medium avocados diced
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Optional Garnish: sesame seeds

Instructions

Whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust salt, pepper and vinegar and lemon if necessary.
Toss everything to coat. Serve with some toasted pita bread or combine with some grilled chicken, salmon or canned tuna for a complete meal.
Optional: I liked to also add on some sesame seeds.

Notes

I also sometimes add either Everything But the Bagel seasoning or sesame seeds in mine.

Nutrition

Author: Stella

Gluten Free
Low Carb
Meditrn
Vegetarian

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48 comments

- Lina
- January 3, 2022
Really liked the dressing for this salad. I would personally add a bit more avocado the next time, but I will be making this again.
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- Stella
  January 3, 2022
  Hi Lina, Glad you enjoyed the dressing and would make it again!
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- Dawn
- January 14, 2022
I loved this recipe! So tastes and light! I will definitely be making it again. The only different thing I did was use kalamata olives instead of black olives.
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- Stella
  January 15, 2022
  Hi Dawn, SO happy your liked the salad! I also used Kalamata olives here though… the only ones I’m allowed to have in the house lol
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  - Shannon
    July 29, 2022
    The recipe lists black olives but I loved the kalamata olives in the video.
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    - Stella
      August 4, 2022
      They are interchangable.
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- Cara
- January 22, 2022
I love this!! I made it while watching the tiktok clip- not aware of measurements. The only measuring tool I had on hand was a jigger (typically for alcohol)- but one each of olive oil, honey and balsamic vinegar worked great! Will try red wine vinegar next! I also used this to top salmon. I don’t think I’ll ever eat salmon fixed another way😂. Thanks so much for sharing this delicious, easy recipe!❤️
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- Stella
  January 24, 2022
  Hello Cara, This is definitely like an avocado salsa of sorts. Perfect for topping fish or grilled chicken! Thank you for rating the dish too!
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- Taylor
- February 23, 2022
Such a good combo of flavors! Can’t wait to make it for family/friends.
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- Stella
  February 25, 2022
  Hi TAylor! This is salad is one of my favorites! Your family and friends will LOVE!
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- Pippa
- March 25, 2022
Absolutely delicious, tasty and light and perfect for summer. I have this at least twice a week, just makes me happy!
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- Stella
  March 26, 2022
  Hi Pippa! Makes me happy to read that! Its a definite staple salad in my house too!
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- Kandice
- April 26, 2022
Delicious!
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- Danna
- June 20, 2022
This salad is addicting!!! SO good!
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- Stella
  June 22, 2022
  Hi Danna! I agree with you – it is! It’s just the perfect combination with the dressing!
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- CGG
- July 9, 2022
This was amazing. My husband and I both loved it. Making it again this week with leftovers of your roasted chicken and olives I have in the freezer.
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- Stella
  July 13, 2022
  Oh that sounds like the perfect combination!! Hope you enjoyed!!
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- Danna
- October 28, 2022
This salad is truly outrageous! I have served it several times at dinner parties and my guests always ask for the recipe. I do, however, add a few chickpeas to the mix as well. MUY BUENO!!!
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- Cath
- January 9, 2023
I enjoyed this salad tonight with your one pan lemon chicken and rice. I’ve always been a fan of the regular greek salad and now that I’ve found this one I’m so happy. Love the flavours, the dill makes it shine. The dressing is yummy and I’ll be stealing it for other salads too. So glad to have found you.
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- Stella
  January 9, 2023
  Hi Cath, I’m glad you’re here!! This is a great salad to have on hand – quick and easy and no lettuce washing necessary! Thank you for the rating as well!!
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- helen Haberstroh
- February 9, 2023
Oh my goodness! This salad was delicious and so healthy! FYI, I am all about healthy❤️
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- Stella
  February 9, 2023
  HI HELEN! I am so happy you enjoyed this salad! Thanks for trying it and taking the time to rate it! xx
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- KATRINA
- February 10, 2023
Absolutely delicious!
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- Caroline
- February 13, 2023
So, so delicious, thank you.
I’ve been looking for some interesting and healthy recipes (especially salads) and came across this one while watching reels. We had it this evening with roast chicken and baked sweet potatoes. Yes, will definitely make it again.
p.s. Making your creamy celery soup for lunch tomorrow!
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- Stella
  February 15, 2023
  Hi Caroline, I hope you enjoyed the celery soup! And I thank you for trying out this salad! Cheers!
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- Mary Jo Pinigis
- February 15, 2023
This is sooo good and very easy. I’ve made it twice in 3 days. There’s not a bit left. Your instagram page is wonderful to follow. Thanks. Mary Jo
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- Rachel
- February 22, 2023
I absolutely love this salad! And so easy to make! I mixed in a handful of romaine lettuce and topped it off with grilled chicken…delicious! I follow you on TikTok and have so many of your recipes saved 🙂
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- Stella
  February 23, 2023
  Hi Rachel, Thanks for trying out the salad and I LOVE the add ons you used! Making me hungry right now!!!
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- Eileen
- February 23, 2023
I loved making and eating this salad and the dressing is divine!!! I added shredded chicken made with liquid gold, dill, garlic and lemon. Delish!
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- Mary Jo
- February 25, 2023
I make this at least once a week because we all crave it. Easy and delicious! Thank you.
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- Sharon
- March 13, 2023
we love this salad
so m7ch. ive made it about 4 times. so delucious.
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- Joe
- March 19, 2023
Great suite of flavors and textures
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- Natasha
- March 23, 2023
this salad was so easy and so delicious. this is definitely going to be a go to during spring and summer when I’m craving something light but flavorful. so good
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- Deb
- April 16, 2023
We love, love this salad and since finding it, have it at least once a week! I don’t always have fresh dill on hand, so make it without it sometimes.
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- Stella
  April 18, 2023
  HI Deb, I dont blame you – its pretty darn great!
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- Sarah
- April 18, 2023
Let me say this first: I HATE AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER!!! I could never just eat it raw. Then I saw this recipe on TikTok and I’ve been making it at least once a month. The olives and feta really help mask the intense flavor of the cucumber and jazz up the plain avocado flavor that I usually dislike. I sub the red wine vinegar for balsamic and like to add a little extra dill. This recipe is chef’s kiss and I will continue to rotate it into my meals from now on!
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- Natalie
  August 1, 2023
  Delicious salad. This is the first recipe from Hungry Happens that I have made. Excited about trying more. Made this salad for dinner tonight. Highly recommend making this 💗
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  - Stella
    August 6, 2023
    Welcome Natalie, glad the recipe is to your liking and thanks for leaving such a kind review!
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- Melinda M
- April 18, 2023
Fantastic as is! Added a little extra lemon juice after tasting the dressing And used fresh herbs from the garden. Added turkey meatballs this time, and can’t wait to eat more!
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- Stella
  April 18, 2023
  Hi Melinda, thanks so much for the kind feedback and your suggestions!
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- Heather
- April 30, 2023
My Turkish husband said this salad takes him back to the Aegean Coast. I made it a second time with mesclun & garbanzos, reducing the amount of cucumber and it was still the perfect amount of dressing. Sure to be a new staple in our kitchen, thank you!
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- Stella
  April 30, 2023
  Hi Heather! I think the addition of the garbanzo beans is something I need to try! Glad you and the hubby love it!
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- Holly
- May 17, 2023
DELISH!
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- Deb
- July 5, 2023
This was great! So easy too!!
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- Stella
  July 6, 2023
  HI Deb, glad you enjoyed the salad!!
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- Zoe Bell-Schwede
- July 18, 2023
I added a roma tomato to mine. it’s the perfect light, summer salad 🔥
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- Vicky
- July 30, 2023
delicious
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- Natalie
- August 1, 2023
Delicious salad. This is the first recipe from Hungry Happens that I have made. Excited about trying more. Made this salad for dinner tonight. Highly recommend making this 💗
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Feta Cucumber Avocado Salad (Avocado Salata) - Hungry Happens (2024)

Feta Cucumber Avocado Salad

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