Crunchy Cucumber & Avocado Salad with Sesame (Insulin-Friendly)

A tasty dressing makes and already classic combination that much more irresistible. Avocado adds healthy, filling, good fat to this side and provides the perfect counter to the crisp juicy cucumber. Erythritol and Tamari replace sugar and soy sauce for those who are sensitive or calorie-counting. Toasted sesame oil and seeds deliver that smokey va va voom. It's the ultimate refreshing, hydration-forward side dish that pairs crisp crunch with buttery richness! Traditional Asian-inspired dressings often feature a heavy dose of honey, agave, or white sugar to balance the acidity of the vinegar, turning a healthy salad into a hidden source of glycemic spikes. Swapping real sugar for erythritol is a the strategy—it gives the toasted sesame dressing that classic, delicate sweetness without touching your blood glucose levels. The result is a beautifully vibrant, crisp bowl—large chunks of cool cucumber and perfectly ripe avocado tossed in a glossy sesame seed vinaigrette with flecks of fiery…

• Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4

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