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Crispy Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Crispy Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Brighten your plate with this refreshing medley of vibrant flavors and crisp textures. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy Persian cucumbers, creamy avocado, and fragrant herbs come together with a tangy splash of apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. A sprinkle of sumac and optional red pepper flakes adds a zesty kick. Perfect as a side dish or a light, satisfying meal, this salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients.

Ingredients:

3 Persian cucumbers, diced

½ pint cherry tomatoes, quartered

½ medium red onion, finely diced

1-2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

½ avocado, cubed

½ teaspoon ground sumac

½ bunch green scallion, chopped

½ cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

  1. Chop all the vegetables and herbs and add to a serving bowl.
  2. Pour wet ingredients on top and toss until well incorporated.
  3. Serve immediately.
Jennifer Diamond
Jennifer Diamond

Jennifer Diamond is a certified plant-based health and nutrition coach who transformed her life through the healing power of whole-food, plant-based (WFPB) eating. After years of battling debilitating neuropathy and chronic health challenges, Jennifer embraced a lifestyle free from animal products, oil, salt, sugar, flour, and gluten. Her journey not only restored her vitality but ignited a passion for helping others discover the life-changing benefits of plant-based nutrition. Today, Jennifer inspires her global audience through her YouTube channel, recipes, and coaching practice, sharing practical, flavorful, and nourishing ways to embrace a healthier life. In this issue, Jennifer shares a variety of springtime recipes, proving that wholesome, WFPB foods can be healthy, delicious, and guilt-free!

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