Refreshing Cucumber and Avocado Salad with Pickled Red Onions

This refreshing cucumber and avocado salad with pickled red onions is the perfect summer salad. It's light, flavorful, and easy to make. The pickled red onions add a bit of tang and crunch, while the avocado adds richness and creaminess. The result is a salad that's both refreshing and satisfying.

I first had this salad at a restaurant in Los Angeles. I was immediately hooked on the combination of flavors and textures. I've been making it at home ever since, and it's always a hit. I love that it's so easy to make, and that it can be tailored to your own taste. For example, you can add more or less red onions, depending on how much tang you want. You can also add other ingredients, such as chopped bell peppers or tomatoes. I hope you enjoy this salad as much as I do!

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, and salt. Add the red onion slices and let stand for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, avocado, and cilantro.
3. Drain the red onions and add them to the bowl with the cucumber and avocado.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The cucumber and avocado are both very refreshing ingredients. They're also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
• The pickled red onions add a bit of tang and crunch. They're also a good source of antioxidants.
• The olive oil and cilantro add flavor and richness to the salad.
• This salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste.