Ingredients for Atkins Cucumber Avocado Salad With Cumin Dressing
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Olive Oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Mixed Salad Greens
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- Tomatoes
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- Red Onions
How to Make Atkins Cucumber Avocado Salad With Cumin Dressing
- In a small skillet, toast the ground cumin over medium-low heat for 2 minutes, or until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the lemon juice.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until a smooth emulsion forms.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens with 1/4 cup of the cumin dressing. Toss gently to coat.
- Divide the greens among serving plates.
- In a separate bowl, gently toss the diced avocado, tomato, cucumber, and red onion with the remaining cumin dressing.
- Spoon the avocado mixture over the greens on each plate.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
11g
Carbs
2g