Guacamole Salad
Guacamole Salad combines tomatoes, bell pepper, black beans, onion, jalapeno, avocados that are then tossed with a lime dressing that helps pull all these delicious flavors together. This is the perfect salad to serve all summer long!
Guacamole Salad
This time of year I love avocados! It is such a good fat to add to just about anything, that is why I am such a huge fan of this guacamole salad. It always reminds me of delicious cowboy caviar without corn. It is light refreshing and healthy.
I love that this salad comes together in a matter of minutes and pairs well with any dish as well as makes a great salad to enjoy for lunch.
For more delicious summer salads be sure to try our layered fruit salad and our Italian sub Salad! Both are easy to make and are the perfect addition to any summer day!
How to Make Guacamole Salad
- In a small bowl or jar, mix the ingredients for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the ingredients for the salad EXCEPT the avocado. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Just before serving, fold in the avocado.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- If you want this to be a little spicier, you can easily add in another jalapeno.
- If you want to make this salad a little bigger, you can easily add in lettuce.
- This salad always reminds me of cowboy caviar without corn. Feel free to throw in some corn for even more flavor!
- Be sure to add in the avocado right before serving to prevent browning.
- This salad is typically served at room temperature.
Storage
This salad is best enjoyed right away. If you choose to save the leftovers, you will want to store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The avocado will brown while it is in the fridge.
How do you make guacamole not turn brown?
Preventing browning of avocado almost seems unavoidable at times especially once you cut it. To help prevent the avocado from browning you can pour a layer of lemon juice on it and then wrap it tightly in plastic then place it in the fridge.
Can you eat brown avocado?
You can eat brown avocado, especially in this salad. You might find it to be a little bit mushier and the flavor a little off, but it is still safe to eat within a few days.
Guacamole Salad
Guacamole Salad combines tomatoes, bell pepper, black beans, onion, jalapeno, avocados that are then tossed with a lime dressing that helps pull all these delicious flavors together. This is the perfect salad to serve all summer long!
Ingredients
- 1-pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 (15 ounces) can of black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup red onion, diced fine
- 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced fine
- 2 avocados, diced
- For the dressing:
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, mix the ingredients for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the ingredients for the salad EXCEPT the avocado. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Just before serving, fold in the avocado.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 254Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 362mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 8gSugar: 3gProtein: 5g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
