Avocado and Feta Salad with Fresh Vegetables

This Avocado and Feta Salad with Fresh Vegetables is a delightful blend of creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables. It’s quick to prepare, nutritious, and perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish. The flavors come together beautifully, with a simple lemon vinaigrette to enhance the natural taste of the ingredients.

Ingredients

For the salad:
– 2 ripe avocados, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

For the lemon vinaigrette:
– 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the vegetables: Begin by washing all the vegetables thoroughly. Dice the avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley.

2. Combine the salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.

3. Make the lemon vinaigrette: In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using a jar, you can simply add all the ingredients and shake well to combine.

4. Toss the salad: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to ensure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the avocados while mixing.

5. Serve immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Serve it immediately as a refreshing light lunch or as a side dish with your favorite main course.

Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this Avocado and Feta Salad with Fresh Vegetables!