Imagine a salad that transports you straight to the vibrant streets of Japan with just one bite - our Simple Avocado Salad with Ponzu Dressing is about to become your new obsession! Packed with creamy avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zingy ponzu sauce, this recipe is so quick and easy that you'll want to make it every single day. Get ready to elevate your lunch game with a dish that's not just a salad, but a culinary experience that will leave you craving more!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Japanese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons ponzu sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully select ripe avocados that yield slightly when gently pressed. Cut them in half, remove the pit, and dice into roughly 1/2-inch cubes.
- Wash cherry tomatoes thoroughly and slice them in half, ensuring even and neat cuts.
- Peel the red onion and use a sharp knife to slice it as thinly as possible, creating delicate, translucent rings or half-rings.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Drizzle ponzu sauce evenly over the ingredients, gently tossing to ensure all components are lightly coated without bruising the avocado.
- Season the salad with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the salad, providing a nutty texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately at room temperature to preserve the fresh texture of the avocados and maintain the vibrant colors of the ingredients.
Tips
- • Choose avocados that are ripe but still firm - they should yield slightly to gentle pressure without being mushy. • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ponzu sauce and toast your sesame seeds lightly before sprinkling for extra nuttiness. • Cut your ingredients just before serving to prevent browning and maintain the freshest possible texture. • If you're preparing this in advance, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving to prevent the avocados from becoming soggy. • For an extra flavor boost, consider adding some fresh cilantro or a sprinkle of furikake seasoning. • Use a sharp knife when cutting avocados and tomatoes to ensure clean, precise cuts that make the salad look as good as it tastes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
