A Peruvian side where creaminess takes center stage. Creamy, fresh, and lightly citrusy, with juicy tomato and crisp onion for contrast. Simple, colorful, and the kind of salad people start spooning up before the main dish even arrives.
Cut the tomato into medium chunks and slice the red onion into thin feathers; then chop the cilantro without bruising it. Keep the cuts clean and easy to eat so the tomato holds its juices and the onion adds crunch without taking over every bite.
In a bowl, mix the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper for about 20 seconds, until the dressing looks glossy and lightly emulsified. It should taste fresh and citrusy without becoming so sharp that it overwhelms the avocado.
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Cut the avocado last into thick wedges or large chunks and add it to the bowl with the tomato, onion, and cilantro. Fold everything through the dressing with broad, gentle movements, stopping as soon as the avocado is coated but still whole, creamy, and clearly defined at the edges. Serve immediately. Done! If every spoonful has generous avocado, juicy tomato, and a glossy dressing, it came out exactly right. 🧡
