Best 20 Avocado Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable avocado salad recipes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic creamy avocado salad with a hint of tangy citrus to the unique avocado and arugula salad with the peppery bite of arugula, each recipe offers a distinct experience. Dive into the refreshing avocado, corn, and black bean salad, a vibrant blend of summer flavors, or relish the hearty avocado and quinoa salad, a protein-packed meal that satisfies both your cravings and health goals. Whichever recipe you choose, you're guaranteed a delightful and nutritious dish that showcases the versatility of avocados.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CUCUMBER, TOMATO, AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Cucumber, Tomato, And Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: english cucumber, roma tomatoes, ripe avocados, red onion, fresh cilantro, lemon, salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 english cucumber, diced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
3 ripe avocados, diced
½ red onion, diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lemon, juiced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Slice then dice cucumber.
  • Slice then dice tomatoes.
  • Slice avocado and carefully remove stone. Scoop out inside and dice.
  • Peel onion and remove tops. Then slice.
  • Chop cilantro and place in a large salad bowl with previous ingredients.
  • Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve in a bowl.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 14 grams

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime, lettuce, bell pepper, fresh cilantro, black beans, red onion, corn, scallion, tomato

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 avocado, halved
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 head lettuce, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
15 oz black beans, 1 can
½ cup red onion, chopped
15 oz corn, 1 can
¼ cup scallion
¾ cup tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
  • Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 8 grams

AVOCADO AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



Avocado and Grapefruit Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 sevrings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
4 ripe Hass avocados
2 large red grapefruits

Steps:

  • Place the mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
  • Before serving, cut the avocados in 1/2, remove the seeds, and carefully peel off the skin. Cut each half into 4 thick slices. Toss the avocado slices in the vinaigrette to prevent them from turning brown. Use a large, sharp knife to slice the peel off the grapefruits (be sure to remove all the white pith), then cut between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments.
  • Arrange the avocado slices around the edge of a large platter. Arrange the grapefruit segments in the center. Spoon the vinaigrette on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.

CORN AND AVOCADO SALAD



Corn and Avocado Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
4 ears of corn, shucked
4 ripe Hass avocados, seeded, peeled, and 1/2-inch diced
Juice of 1 lemon
2 pints grape tomatoes, sliced in half lengthwise
2 red bell peppers, seeded and 1/2-inch diced
1 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup seeded and minced jalapeno peppers, seeded
1 lime, zested
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the corn for 3 minutes until the starchiness is just gone. Drain and immerse the corn in ice water to stop the cooking and to set the color. When the corn is cool, cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob, and place them in a large bowl.
  • Toss the avocados with the lemon juice and add them to the bowl with the corn. Add the tomatoes, red peppers, onion, jalapeno peppers and lime zest to the bowl.
  • Whisk the lime juice, olive oil, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, black pepper, garlic, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl and pour over the vegetables. Toss well. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

AVOCADO-SHRIMP SALAD



Avocado-Shrimp Salad image

Shrimp, avocado, tomato and sweet onions with fresh squeezed lime juice, nice on a hot day

Provided by RCRENFRO

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
2 tomatoes, diced
1 small sweet onion, chopped
1 pound cooked salad shrimp
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Stir together avocadoes, tomatoes, onion, and shrimp in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in lime juice. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 196.4 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 203.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN, AVOCADO, AND GOAT CHEESE



Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado, and Goat Cheese image

Great salad with chicken, avocado, and goat cheese.

Provided by Bethshan

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup pine nuts
8 cups chopped spinach
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
½ cup corn kernels
⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Toast pine nuts in hot skillet until lightly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Put spinach into a large salad bowl; top with pine nuts, tomatoes, chicken, avocado, corn kernels, and goat cheese.
  • Beat white wine vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard together in a small bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

AVOCADO AND TOMATO SALAD



Avocado and Tomato Salad image

A simple yet elegant salad sure to impress your guests!

Provided by Mica

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large tomatoes, chopped
4 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) bottle balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the tomatoes, avocados and red onion. Dust lightly with black pepper, and pour salad dressing over. Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 482.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

EASY TOMATO AVOCADO SALAD



Easy Tomato Avocado Salad image

I came up with this recipe one day when avocados were on sale at the market. It's a nice change from a lettuce salad, plus it's quick to make.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon lime juice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup cubed tomato
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, lime juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY-LIME CHICKEN AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Honey-Lime Chicken And Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless chicken thighs, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, red onion, avocados, olive oil, salt, garlic, jalapeño pepper, chili powder, honey, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, lime juice

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless chicken thighs
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
½ cup cherry tomato, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 avocados, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon honey
4 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the chicken marinade.
  • Toss in the chicken thighs and marinate for at least one hour.
  • In a cast-iron skillet, cook chicken on high heat until there is a nice sear on the surface of the chicken, and the inside is no longer pink. Roughly four minutes each side. Set chicken aside.
  • Place chopped lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and avocados in a large salad bowl.
  • Slice cooked chicken thighs and add to the salad bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Mix well.
  • Toss the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 966 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 39 grams

FIESTA CORN & AVOCADO SALAD



Fiesta Corn & Avocado Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ears corn, preferably yellow, shucked
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved through the stem
1 Holland orange bell pepper, cored, seeded, and 1/2-inch-diced
1/2 cup medium-diced red onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (3 limes)
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 ripe Hass avocados, large-diced
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Cook the corn in a large pot of boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes, until just tender. Cool for 5 minutes and cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob with a sharp knife. Place the kernels in a large bowl with the tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno peppers.
  • In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chile powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss.
  • In a separate bowl, gently toss the avocados and lemon juice together, making sure the avocado is coated in lemon juice. Add to the vegetables, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and carefully fold together without breaking up the avocados. Sprinkle with salt and serve cold or at room temperature.

MANGO AND AVOCADO SALAD



Mango and Avocado Salad image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 mangos, cubed
2 avocados, cubed
1/2 small red onion, diced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, whisk together vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste. Slowly whisk in oil. Toss in mangoes, avocado and red onion to coat. Serve immediately.

MY FAVORITE AVOCADO SALAD



My Favorite Avocado Salad image

Tangy lime dressing is the perfect topper for this avocado salad. Toasted walnuts make for crunchy goodness, but try it with any kind of nut you like. -Ilia Kaku, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 medium avocados, peeled and cubed
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
LIME DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash sugar

Steps:

  • Drizzle lemon juice over avocados. In a serving bowl, combine salad greens, tomatoes, onion, walnuts and avocados. Whisk together dressing ingredients; pour over salad. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE AVOCADO & TOMATO SALAD



Simple Avocado & Tomato Salad image

For a speedy side, Jennifer serves an avocado salad. "My mother came up with this when she had too many ripe avocados and tomatoes on hand." -Jennifer Reid, Farmington, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
2 cups grape tomatoes
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the avocados, tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over avocado mixture; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO, AVOCADO AND GRILLED CORN SALAD



Tomato, Avocado and Grilled Corn Salad image

With ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and grilled corn, this bright salad tastes just like summertime! —Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium ear sweet corn, husks removed
3 large red tomatoes, sliced
3 large yellow tomatoes, sliced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil, plus more for garnish
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned and tender, turning occasionally. Cool slightly. Cut corn from cob., Arrange tomato slices on a large serving platter. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Top with avocado slices. Whisk together the oil, vinegar, basil and remaining salt and pepper; drizzle half over the tomatoes and avocado. Top with grilled corn and feta; drizzle remaining dressing over top. Garnish with additional chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO, ZUCCHINI AND AVOCADO SALAD



Tomato, Zucchini and Avocado Salad image

Whenever you make a dish with uncooked zucchini, be sure to slice or dice it finely, so that the zucchini can absorb the dressing or seasonings. I like to eat this salsa salad with rice.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium zucchini
Salt to taste
5 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1 or 2 jalapeño or serrano peppers, seeded if desired and finely chopped
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, to taste
1 Haas avocado, ripe but not too soft, cut into tiny dice
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Boston lettuce or romaine lettuce leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the zucchini with salt, and drain in a colander for 15 minutes. Rinse if the zucchini tastes very salty, and drain on paper towels.
  • Combine the tomatoes, chiles and cilantro in an attractive bowl. Combine the zucchini, avocado and lemon or lime juice and olive oil in another bowl. Taste and add salt if desired. Add to the tomatoes, and toss together gently. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve on lettuce leaves as a salad, or serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 426 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

CHICKEN, AVOCADO AND MANGO SALAD



Chicken, Avocado and Mango Salad image

This is a colorful and very tasty mix of chicken, mangos, and avocados in a spicy lime dressing.

Provided by GREENLIME

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup water
⅓ cup lime juice
½ cup chili garlic sauce
4 cups shredded, cooked chicken
2 medium mangos - peeled, seeded and diced
2 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 (10 ounce) package spring lettuce mix

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the brown sugar and water. Bring to a boil, then pour into a medium bowl. Stir in the garlic chili sauce and lime juice. Set the dressing aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, mangos and avocados. Arrange the spring salad mix on serving plates, then top with a few spoonfuls of the chicken mixture. Pour dressing over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 54.6 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 697.5 mg, Sugar 11.7 g

GREEN SALAD WITH MANGO AND AVOCADO



Green Salad with Mango and Avocado image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Soak 1/2 thinly sliced small white onion in ice water, 15 minutes; drain and pat dry. Whisk 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon orange juice and 1/2 teaspoon honey in a large bowl; whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add 1/2 head chopped green-leaf lettuce, 1 diced mango, 1/2 diced English cucumber and the onion; season with salt and pepper. Add 1 diced avocado and toss.

TOMATO, CORN, AND AVOCADO SALAD



Tomato, Corn, and Avocado Salad image

Nothing compares to the juiciness of summer tomatoes. Go beyond the expected with this showstopping salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ear corn (husk and silk removed; tip cut off)
2 pints cherry, grape, or pear tomatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Stand ear in a large wide bowl; with a sharp knife, carefully slice downward to release the kernels. Discard cob. Add tomatoes, avocado, scallions, lime juice, and oil to bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g

BACON AVOCADO SALAD



Bacon Avocado Salad image

Everyone in my family loves this bacon and avocado salad-even the younger kids! I serve it at pretty much every get-together I've hosted, and at this point, the recipe's been shared too many times to count. -Noreen McCormick Danek, Cromwell, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
SALAD:
1 bunch romaine, chopped (about 12 cups)
3/4 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place first 6 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well until blended. Refrigerate until serving., In a large bowl, combine romaine, bacon, tomatoes and onion. Toss avocados with lemon juice and add to salad. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with dressing, shaking the jar to blend again if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 31g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

KALE, QUINOA, AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH LEMON DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette image

Steaming the kale removes some of the bitterness. The salad dressing ties all the flavors together. A quartet of super foods (kale, quinoa, avocado, and olive oil) make this a healthy meal!

Provided by Stephanie Ford

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅔ cup quinoa
1 ⅓ cups water
1 bunch kale, torn into bite-sized pieces
½ avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
½ cup chopped cucumber
⅓ cup chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
¾ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and 1 1/3 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Place kale in a steamer basket over 1 inch of boiling water in a saucepan. Cover saucepan with a lid and steam kale until hot, about 45 seconds; transfer to a large plate. Top kale with quinoa, avocado, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and feta cheese.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until the oil emulsifies into the dressing; pour over the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 552.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe avocados. Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color and yield to gentle pressure when squeezed.
  • To quickly ripen an avocado, place it in a paper bag with an apple or banana. The ethylene gas released by the fruit will help to speed up the ripening process.
  • If you are short on time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or shrimp in this salad. Just be sure to let them cool completely before adding them to the salad.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or corn. You can also add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
  • For a lighter dressing, you can use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise. You can also use a combination of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This avocado salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. With its creamy avocado, crunchy vegetables, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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