Best 3 Avocado Salad With Herbs And Capers Recipes

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Avocado salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh avocados, herbs, capers, and a tangy dressing. This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of healthy fats and antioxidants. It is also a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins C and K. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

There are three variations of this salad in the article:

1. **Classic Avocado Salad with Herbs and Capers:** This is the basic recipe for avocado salad, made with fresh avocados, herbs, capers, and a tangy dressing.

2. **Avocado Salad with Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa:** This variation adds grilled corn and black bean salsa to the salad, for a Southwestern-inspired twist.

3. **Avocado Salad with Quinoa and Feta:** This variation adds quinoa and feta cheese to the salad, making it a more substantial meal.

Each of these salads is delicious and easy to make. They are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at your next party.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO-HERB SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Juice of 1 lemon, plus wedges for serving
2 avocados
1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
1 Kirby cucumber, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup torn fresh parsley
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 head Boston lettuce (or other tender greens), torn into pieces
Flaky sea salt
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice in a large bowl. Halve and pit the avocados, then cut into 1/2-inch pieces; add to the bowl and toss. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, chives and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper. Gently toss until well combined.
  • Place the lettuce in a large serving bowl. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt; toss to coat. Spoon the avocado salad over the lettuce, top with the goat cheese and season with more sea salt. Serve with lemon wedges.

CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, FETA AND AVOCADO



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Like any good chopped salad, the lettuce here is in equal balance with the other ingredients, making this a great choice for those who are less than enthusiastic about leafy greens. Creamy feta and avocado mingle with briny olives and capers while cucumbers and finely chopped romaine provide crunch. Use this recipe as a template for making the most of ingredients you have on hand; radishes, cherry tomatoes or diced onion would all be welcome here. The same flexibility applies for the croutons: Stale bread works, of course, but even leftover hot dog buns, pita bread or oyster crackers become excellent little croutons when toasted in the oven.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups small (1/2-inch) diced stale bread, buns or pita (about 3 to 4 ounces)
6 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 romaine heart, quartered lengthwise and sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 medium (or 1/2 large) English cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pitted Castelvetrano or other green olives, roughly chopped (about 3 ounces)
1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2 scallions)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon drained capers, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 firm-ripe avocado, halved, pitted and diced
3/4 cup diced or crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, basil, mint or parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the diced bread on a sheet pan, drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss, then bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until well toasted. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, place the romaine pieces in a large mixing bowl, along with the chickpeas, cucumber, olives and scallions.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 6 tablespoons olive oil with the vinegar, capers, shallots, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and whisk well. Pour enough dressing over the salad to moisten; toss well. Add the avocado, feta and herbs and toss gently, adding more dressing to taste. Top with the croutons and a generous sprinkle of herbs and serve.

MY FAVORITE AVOCADO SALAD



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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

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are firm but slightly soft when pressed. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have brown spots.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a burst of flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use less since they are more concentrated.
  • Don't overdress the salad: Avocado salad is best when it's lightly dressed. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-herb dressing is all you need.
  • Serve immediately: Avocado salad is best when served immediately after it's made. The avocados will start to brown after a few hours, so don't make it too far in advance.

Conclusion:

Avocado salad with herbs and capers is a light and refreshing salad that's perfect for a summer meal. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The creamy avocados, tangy capers, and fresh herbs make this salad a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this avocado salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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