A Sumptuous Seared Beef & Smashed Cucumber Salad Recipe

A scattering of crispy noodles brings crunch to this dinner-worthy salad. Photo / Babiche Martens

To check if an avocado is ripe, gently press the stem. If it is soft and comes away, your avocado is ready to go. You will also see the colour under the stem. Smashing the cucumbers before adding to the salad creates an extra fresh bite.