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Tomato, Cucumber & Pepper Salad with Cotija

Prep Time:

20 min.

Cook Time:

20 min.

Serves:

6, 1 cup each

Level:

Sides & Apps

About the Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound tomatoes (about 3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 8 ounces cucumber, (about 1/2 large), cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 large bell pepper, cut into ½-inch pieces

  • 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese

  • 3 tablespoons lime juice

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 clove garlic, crushed

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1/3 cup toasted pepitas

Preparation

  1. Toss tomatoes, cucumber, pepper and Cotija cheese together in a large bowl. 


  2. Whisk lime juice, cumin, garlic, honey and salt together in a small bowl. Whisk in avocado oil until combined. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat. Stir in cilantro. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with pepitas before serving.

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