Side dishe for 4
Avocado Cucumber Salad
$6.44for 410 minServes 4
Ripe avocado and cucumber are tossed with red onion, herbs, lime, oil, and chili flakes.

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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avocados, 2$1.29 each typical | 2 | $2.58Typical price | |
| Cucumbers, 3$0.89 each typical | 3 | $2.67Typical price | |
| Red onions, 0.25 lb$1.49/lb typical | 0.25 lb | $0.37Typical price | |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, a little$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.09Typical price | |
| Lemons and limes, 0.5$0.60 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.44 | ||
Swaps
- Swap red onions for onionsabout $0.20/lb less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper
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- 10 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
MexicanVegetarianVeganDairy-freeGluten-freeBudgetSide dishesLunchesNo-cookSummer
$1.61 per serving$6.44 for 4
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Ingredients
- 2 big ripe avocados
- 3 cucumbers
- 1/4 red onion
- 2 tbsp dill (optional)
- 2 tbsp coriander/cilantro leaves (optional)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice (optional)
- 1/4 tsp chilli flakes / red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 tsp cooking / kosher salt
Steps
- Cut the avocados and cucumbers into bite-size pieces and place them in a large bowl.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the dill and cilantro if using.
- Whisk the oil, lime juice, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
- Add the onion and herbs to the vegetables, pour over the dressing, and toss gently.
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