Refreshing Mediterranean Tomato and Avocado Salad

Ingredients

- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 oz bocconcini, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ripe avocados, cubed
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by preparing all the fresh ingredients. Wash and dice the tomatoes and bell pepper, thinly slice the red onion and zucchini, chop the basil, parsley, oregano, dill, and mint, and cube the avocado. Halve the bocconcini and crumble the feta cheese.

2. Combine the Vegetables: In a large salad bowl, add the diced tomatoes, red onion slices, diced bell pepper, and sliced zucchini. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.

3. Add Fresh Herbs: Sprinkle the chopped basil, parsley, oregano, dill, and mint over the mixed vegetables. Add the minced garlic as well, and gently toss everything together to ensure the flavors are well distributed.

4. Incorporate the Cheese and Avocado: Gently fold in the halved bocconcini, crumbled feta cheese, and avocado cubes into the salad. Be careful not to mash the avocado while combining.

5. Dress the Salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a generous amount of black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.

6. Final Toss: Give the salad a final gentle toss to ensure the dressing is well distributed without breaking the bocconcini or avocado pieces.

7. Serve: Plate the salad and garnish with additional fresh herbs or a pinch more feta cheese for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Prep Time:
PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Mediterranean salad, avocado salad, fresh tomato salad, bocconcini salad, feta cheese salad, no-cook lunch, healthy lunch, vegetarian salad, herb salad, summer salad

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 840

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