Discover how to prepare the most delicious, healthy and viral cucumber salad of the moment

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Ingredients

To make this viral cucumber salad you will need the following ingredients:

• a cucumber
• Half a red onion
• a lemon
• Half avocado
• Cream cheese
• Extra virgin olive oil
• a can of tuna
• Seed mix

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Cut the cucumber

Let’s start with the star ingredient of this viral salad: cucumber. On a wooden board, cut this refreshing food sliced ​​as thin as you can. This meticulous task is essential to achieve the crunchy and light texture that characterizes this salad. When you have finished cutting the cucumber pour it into a tupperware, In that container is where we will also add the rest of the ingredients.

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Chop the red onion

Once we’re done with the cucumber, it’s the onion’s turn. For this recipe, the red onion is the undisputed protagonist. Its intense color and slightly sweet flavor contrast perfectly with the freshness of the cucumber. With a sharp knife, chop the onion into thin strips. It is important that the strips are thin so that they soften a little when marinating and do not overpower the flavor of the salad.

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squeeze the lemon

It’s time to give life to our salad with a citrus touch. We take a very juicy lemon and cut it in half. With your hands, we squeeze the juice directly on the foodmaking sure that each piece is well impregnated. Its acid will enhance the natural flavors of the cucumber and onion, providing incomparable freshness. If you prefer a more subtle and aromatic flavor, You can replace the lemon with a lime.

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Add half an avocado

Next, cut the avocado in half and remove the bone. We reserve half for another delicious dish, like a nutritious breakfast. And with the other half, using a sharp knife, we make cuts in the shape of squares. With a spoon, We extract these avocado cubes and carefully place them on the salad.

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Add the cream cheese

With a spoon, add approximately 80 grams of cream cheese to the cucumber, onion and avocado mixture. This cheese, with its soft texture, will act uniting all the ingredients and creating a delicious emulsion. When mixed with the rest of the ingredients, the cream cheese will melt slightly, creating a smooth and creamy sauce that will envelop each bite.

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A splash of olive oil

To enhance the flavors of our salad and give it a crunchy touch, it is time to add a splash of extra virgin olive oil. This oil, with its intense and healthy flavor, It will highlight the freshness of the vegetables and the creaminess of the avocado. However, if you prefer a more oriental and salty flavor, You can replace the olive oil with a splash of soy sauce.

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Add the tuna

To make this salad a complete and nutritious dish, we must incorporate a source of protein. Duck a small can of canned tunadrained and crumbled. If you prefer a softer and more delicate flavor, You can replace the tuna with fresh salmon cubes. And if you are not a big fish lover, some grilled chicken strips and crumbled, they will be a delicious and healthy alternative.

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Seed mix

To give the final touch to our salad and provide a crunchy texture and an extra dose of nutrients, it is time to Add the seeds you like the most. You can use sesame, chia or flax seedsor try with a mix of your favoritesuntil you find the result you like.

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Final step

And now, the moment of magic arrives. We have gathered all the ingredients, but the star step is still missing for all these flavors to merge. It’s time to mix! We take the tupperware where we have placed all the ingredients, We close the lid tightly and begin to shake vigorously. In this way, we ensure that all the ingredients are integrated perfectly, creating a homogeneous salad full of flavor.

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And that’s it!

And voila! After all this mixing and stirring process, the most anticipated moment arrives: open the lid of your tupperware and start enjoying the cucumber salad that has conquered the networks and now it will conquer you. Don’t wait any longer and delight yourself with this delicious recipe that will make your mouth water and It will make you an expert in healthy cooking.

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Accompany it with a balanced diet

And remember! Although this salad is an explosion of flavor and nutrients, It is important that you combine it with a balanced diet to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Don’t forget to include other food groups such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and low-fat dairy in your diet. Also, don’t forget to drink plenty of water throughout the day. Hydration is essential to keep your body functioning properly.