Imagine a salad so fresh and vibrant that it transforms your entire dining experience in just 10 minutes! This Avocado Tomato and Basil Salad is not just a recipe—it's a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and impress even the most discerning food lovers. With its perfect blend of creamy avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, this dish is about to become your new go-to summer sensation that screams freshness and flavor in every single bite.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all fresh ingredients thoroughly. Rinse cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves under cool running water.
- Cut ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, and carefully dice into approximately 1/2-inch cubes. To prevent browning, immediately toss avocado cubes with a small amount of olive oil.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes by cutting them vertically from stem to bottom, creating two equal halves.
- Gently chop fresh basil leaves into fine, uniform pieces using a sharp knife. Avoid bruising the leaves to maintain their vibrant color and fresh aroma.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a light vinaigrette dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil leaves.
- Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated without breaking the avocado pieces.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- For best flavor, serve immediately at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe avocados: Look for avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but aren't mushy.
- Prevent avocado browning: Toss diced avocados with a bit of olive oil immediately after cutting to maintain their beautiful green color.
- Use fresh basil: Always opt for fresh basil leaves for the most vibrant flavor and aroma.
- Dress just before serving: Add the vinaigrette right before serving to keep the salad ingredients crisp and prevent wilting.
- Customize your vinaigrette: Feel free to experiment with different vinegars like red wine or apple cider vinegar for unique flavor profiles.
- Serve at the right temperature: This salad is best enjoyed at room temperature or slightly chilled to preserve the ingredients' texture and taste.
- Optional enhancement: For extra texture, consider adding toasted pine nuts or crumbled feta cheese as a garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 240kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
