**Individual Avocado Salads: A Medley of Refreshing and Flavorful Recipes**
Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of individual avocado salads, each a unique symphony of flavors and textures. From the classic simplicity of the Avocado and Grapefruit Salad to the vibrant zest of the Avocado and Mango Salad with Lime-Cilantro Dressing, these recipes offer a delightful array of options for every palate. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing lunch or a vibrant side dish, our avocado salads are sure to impress. With their vibrant colors, creamy textures, and delectable flavors, these salads are not only visually stunning but also incredibly nutritious.
**Recipes Included:**
* **Avocado and Grapefruit Salad:** Simplicity shines in this classic combination of creamy avocado, juicy grapefruit, and a hint of honey, all tossed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette.
* **Avocado and Mango Salad with Lime-Cilantro Dressing:** Experience a tropical explosion of flavors with this vibrant salad featuring ripe mango, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing.
* **Avocado and Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables:** A hearty and wholesome salad that combines the goodness of fluffy quinoa, roasted vegetables, creamy avocado, and a tangy lemon-tahini dressing.
* **Avocado and Black Bean Salad with Corn and Tomatoes:** A fiesta of flavors in every bite, this salad combines creamy avocado, hearty black beans, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy lime-cumin dressing.
* **Avocado and Salmon Salad with Arugula and Lemon-Dill Dressing:** Indulge in a luxurious salad that pairs tender salmon, creamy avocado, peppery arugula, and a refreshing lemon-dill dressing.
* **Avocado and Shrimp Salad with Grapefruit and Mint:** Savor the delicate flavors of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, tangy grapefruit, and a refreshing mint vinaigrette.
* **Avocado and Chicken Salad with Bacon and Ranch Dressing:** A classic combination gets a modern twist with creamy avocado, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch dressing.
AVOCADO SALAD
Made with an abundance of rich and creamy avocados, vibrant tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, bright red onions and a fresh herb dressing. A healthy side that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner!
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the dressing: In a small mixing bowl whisk together lemon juice, red wine vinegar, extra virgin oil oil, honey, garlic, cilantro, parsley, oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl gently toss together cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado with dressing.
- Serve shortly after preparing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
INDIVIDUAL COBB SALADS
Steps:
- Pour lemon juice over the avocado slices and set aside. Place chopped romaine in a large bowl and toss with enough blue cheese dressing to lightly coat, about 1/3 cup. Set aside remaining dressing for another use.
- To assemble salads, place the ring mold on a chilled serving plate and fill with 1 cup of the romaine mixture, making sure that the lettuce fills the whole diameter of the bottom circumference. Carefully place 2 avocado slices on top of the lettuce on the right side of the mold, so that their curvature aligns with the mold. On the opposite side of the avocado, sprinkle corn on top of the lettuce so that it extends 1 1/2 inches from the left side of the mold. Next to the corn, sprinkle a 1/2-inch thick row of diced tomatoes. Next to the tomatoes and meeting the avocado, sprinkle a row of crumbled bacon. Garnish with a very thin row of blue cheese crumbles down the center. Carefully remove the mold by lifting straight up (some ingredients will shift). Repeat with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.
- Cook's Note: If a ring mold is unavailable, use a 12-ounce tuna can (4-inch diameter by 2-inch height) and remove the top and bottom with a can opener.
- In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, salt, and cumin until smooth. Fold in the crumbled blue cheese and chives. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Yield: 3/4 cup
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
AVOCADO SALAD
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the salad: Peel the avocados, cut into 1-inch chunks and put all but 2 chunks into a large mixing bowl for the salad. Put the remaining 2 chunks into a small mixing bowl and set aside for the dressing.
- Add the parsley, cucumber and onion to the avocado chunks in the large mixing bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- For the dressing: Mash the reserved 2 chunks of avocado with a fork until smooth. Add the oil, honey, cumin and lime juice and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the avocado salad and gently toss with your hands to combine. Serve immediately.
INDIVIDUAL AVOCADO SALADS
Mini salads made in a half of an avocado. I saw this on pinterest, but when I followed the link, it was gone. So, this is my version! These are amazing!
Provided by MrCanmore
Categories Avocado
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut avocados in half lengwise, twist to separate and then carefully remove the seed from the other half. Combine all other ingredients. Spoon into the avocado halves. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.1, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 81.4, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.3
MY FAVORITE AVOCADO SALAD
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
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
EASY TOMATO AVOCADO SALAD
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
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
CUCUMBER-AVOCADO SALAD
Crunchy cucumbers and creamy avocados are the stars of this simple five-ingredient salad. Peeling the cucumbers in alternating stripes helps them soak up seasonings while maintaining their shape. After being cut into bite-size pieces, they are combined with salt to draw out moisture, concentrating their flavor. Cubed avocado is tossed with lemon juice or vinegar to prevent browning, then everything is stirred together vigorously so that the avocado breaks down a bit to add a glossy coating. Finish with a hit of red-pepper flakes for heat, or embellish with herbs, lettuces, beans, soft-boiled eggs, feta, nuts and so on.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories weekday, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Transfer the scallions to a small bowl of ice water to crisp.
- Peel the cucumbers in alternating stripes, trim ends and cut cucumbers lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds, if desired. Cut cucumbers into bite-size pieces (thin slices, 1/2-inch cubes, or smashed into irregular shapes), then transfer to a colander set in the sink. Toss with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside to drain, at least 5 minutes or up to 15.
- When you're ready to eat, halve the avocados and remove the pits. Using a spoon, remove the flesh from the skins, then cut the flesh into 1/2-inch cubes. Transfer to a large bowl, add the lemon juice and season with salt. Stir to combine.
- Shake the cucumbers in the colander to get rid of any excess moisture, then transfer to the bowl with the avocado. Drain and shake the scallions in the colander. Add the scallions to the bowl.
- Stir the salad ingredients vigorously just until the avocado breaks down a bit. The cucumbers should be glossed with avocado but the majority of the avocado pieces should still remain cubed. Season to taste with salt, lemon and red-pepper flakes or hot sauce.
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color and slightly soft to the touch.
- Cut avocados properly: To avoid bruising the avocado, use a sharp knife to cut it in half lengthwise. Then, twist the two halves in opposite directions to separate them. Remove the pit and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
- Season the avocado: To enhance the flavor of the avocado, season it with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Add your favorite toppings: Get creative with your toppings! Some popular options include diced tomatoes, crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, and crumbled cheese.
- Use a variety of greens: Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of greens in your salad. Some good options include romaine lettuce, spinach, arugula, and kale.
Conclusion:
With its creamy texture and rich flavor, avocado is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of salads. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing salad or a more hearty and satisfying meal, these individual avocado salads have something for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, give one of these recipes a try!
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