Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
Cucumber avocado salad is a summer staple, and this creamy lime dressing takes it to the next level. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the balance of crisp cucumbers and creamy avocados. The fresh, light flavors make it a perfect side dish or light lunch. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad and Easy French Onion Chicken Bake.
Why This Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes Is Pure Comfort
- Ready in just 10 minutes
- Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick side dish
- Creamy lime dressing adds a burst of flavor
- Easily customizable with your favorite add-ins
What You'll Need for Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Chopped tomatoes
- Optional: Sliced bell peppers
- Optional: Black olives
- Optional: Crispy bacon or chorizo
📝 Ingredient Notes
- English cucumber: Regular cucumbers work too, but English cucumbers have fewer seeds and a thinner skin.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Mandoline slicer — Slices cucumbers and avocados perfectly thin for this salad. → See on Amazon
- Food processor — Quickly chops cilantro and minces garlic for the dressing. → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
- Prepare the cucumbers: Slice the cucumber thinly using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife. Place the slices in a large bowl.
- Prepare the avocados: Dice the avocados and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: Add the chopped red onion and cilantro to the bowl with the cucumbers and avocados. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Top with crumbled feta cheese and any desired optional toppings before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
- Time-saving tip: Prepare the dressing while slicing the cucumbers to save time.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't over-dress the salad. Start with half the dressing and add more as needed. You can always add more, but you can't take it away.
- Make-ahead tip: Prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving to prevent browning.
- Variation tip: Add your favorite protein, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, to make this a main dish.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving.
Freezing Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
Not recommended for this salad.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not applicable. Microwave: Not applicable.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
- Best substitution: Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a lighter dressing.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the salad is too watery, drain some of the liquid before serving.
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Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Chopped tomatoes
- Sliced bell peppers
- Black olives
- Crispy bacon or chorizo
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers: Slice the cucumber thinly using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife. Place the slices in a large bowl.
- Prepare the avocados: Dice the avocados and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: Add the chopped red onion and cilantro to the bowl with the cucumbers and avocados. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Top with crumbled feta cheese and any desired optional toppings before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
- Best substitution: Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream for a lighter dressing.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple the recipe for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the salad is too watery, drain some of the liquid before serving.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this salad.
- Oven reheat: Not applicable.
- Microwave reheat: Not applicable.
- Make ahead: Prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes FAQs
Yes, prepare the salad up to 1 hour ahead. Add the avocados just before serving to prevent browning.
Overcrowding the bowl with too many ingredients or not allowing the cucumbers to drain properly can cause a watery salad. Try using a salad spinner to dry the cucumber slices and avoid overcrowding the bowl.
No, freezing is not recommended for this salad as it will cause the avocados to become mushy and the dressing to separate.
This recipe is best made in a bowl, not in an air fryer.
Greek yogurt is a great substitute for sour cream in the dressing.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad in 10 Minutes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
