Fresh Herbed Avocado Salad
A vibrant, refreshing salad combining creamy avocado with a zesty lime dressing, fresh herbs, crunchy radishes, and a spicy-sweet pepita topping. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or show-stopping appetizer for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 side servings or 2–3 main servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fresh & Healthy
Ingredients
½ cup raw pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch of salt
½ cup chopped radish (about 3 medium)
½ cup chopped green onion
½ cup chopped fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil, dill, or combination)
1 medium jalapeño, seeds removed and chopped (optional)
4 large just-ripe avocados
¼ cup lime juice (about 1–2 limes)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
½ teaspoon fine sea salt, plus flaky sea salt for finishing (optional)
Lime zest, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the herb-pepita mix: Toast pepitas with chili powder, olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly. Set aside to cool.
- Chop radishes, green onions, herbs, and jalapeño. Slice avocados just before mixing to prevent browning.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), and sea salt in a small bowl until combined.
- Gently toss avocado, radishes, green onions, herbs, and jalapeño with the lime dressing in a large bowl. Be careful not to mash the avocado.
- Sprinkle toasted pepitas over the salad. Garnish with flaky sea salt and lime zest if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Swap or mix seeds: sunflower, sesame, or pine nuts.
Replace jalapeño with red chili flakes or mild green bell pepper.
Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or corn for extra freshness.
Use flavored olive or citrus oils for a unique twist.
Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for creaminess and tang.
Store leftovers in an airtight container with a squeeze of lime juice for up to 1 day. Do not reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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