Fresh and Zesty Guacamole Salad You’ll Crave All Summer
If you love guacamole, wait until you try it in salad form. This guacamole salad is packed with fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a zippy lime dressing that pulls it all together. It’s the kind of side dish that disappears fast at potlucks, BBQs, or even just on your dinner table. It’s vibrant, flavorful, and comes together in minutes with no cooking required.
Guacamole Salad
This recipe is perfect for warm weather and pairs beautifully with grilled meats, tacos, or burgers. You might also like to serve it alongside dishes like my chicken salsa wraps, frito corn salad, or instant pot chicken burrito bowl if you’re creating a festive spread. It’s light but satisfying and gives you all the flavor of guacamole with the added crunch of fresh veggies.
The dressing is made with simple pantry staples, and the key is to wait until just before serving to stir in the avocado so it stays fresh and creamy. It’s a great recipe to make ahead and finish off right before guests arrive. Whether you’re making this for a party or just to enjoy on a weeknight, you’ll find yourself going back for seconds.
What You Will Love About This Recipe
No cooking required
Super fresh and packed with flavor
Easy to make ahead
Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian
Pairs well with almost any main dish
Perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep
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
- Add the avocado just before serving to keep it from browning.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of jalapeno or omit it altogether.
- For extra crunch, toss in some diced cucumber or corn.
- You can swap yellow bell pepper for red or orange for a color boost.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day, but it’s best eaten fresh.
FAQs
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!
