Best 6 Quick Avocado Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing and healthy culinary experience with our versatile avocado salad. This vibrant dish, brimming with creamy avocado slices, is a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion. Our collection of avocado salad recipes offers a delightful array of options, catering to diverse dietary preferences and culinary desires. From the classic avocado and tomato salad, where ripe avocados unite with juicy tomatoes, red onions, and a tangy dressing, to the more exotic avocado and mango salad, where sweet mango slices complement creamy avocados, each recipe promises a unique burst of flavors. For a lighter and brighter option, our avocado and cucumber salad combines crisp cucumbers, refreshing mint, and a zesty dressing, creating a salad that is both light and flavorful. And for those seeking a protein-packed meal, our avocado and chicken salad is a satisfying choice, featuring succulent chicken, creamy avocado, and crisp bacon, all harmonized with a creamy dressing. With its vibrant colors, distinct textures, and diverse flavor profiles, our avocado salad collection promises a tantalizing journey for your taste buds.

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

QUICK AVOCADO SALAD



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Fresh avocados are tossed with delicious fresh veggies, drizzled with lime juice, and seasoned with salt and pepper.

Provided by Audrey

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons bacon bits
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and sliced
½ lime, juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss lettuce, bell pepper, red onion, white onion, and bacon bits together in a bowl; top with avocado. Drizzle lime juice over the salad and toss gently to coat with the juice. Season salad with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 84.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

QUICK WARM AVOCADO BEAN SALAD (SUPERFOOD)



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this is a healthy superfood salad which is mega good for you and quick the "I've just got in from the gym and want something good that is gonna fill me up". This makes about 4 large servings its good for lunches too, or it can be i have lots of advocados in the fridge and no veg to use it with hmm what can i do with that? kinda dinner

Provided by cakeinmyface

Categories     Lentil

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Hass avocadoes
1 cup brown rice
2 cups water
8 ounces garden peas
8 ounces cannellini beans
1 red pepper
1 lime
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • Rinse the brown rice and put in a pan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then turn down to lowest heat and place the lid on the pan; leave for 10-15 minutes or until all the water has absorbed.
  • Chop the red pepper.
  • Peel the avocado and chop into chunks; squeeze lime juice and pulp all over the avocadoes to stop them going brown and to provide zing!
  • When rice is done add the tins of peas and beans, the red pepper and spices and stir to mix everything together.
  • Transfer to a big bowl, add the avocadoes and stir gently.
  • Eat straight from the bowl a bit warm or put in fridge and wait to cool.
  • If you want, season to taste adding more cayenne or garlic or salt or pepper.

QUICK AVOCADO-SPROUT-VINAIGRETTE SALAD



Quick Avocado-Sprout-Vinaigrette Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup watercress leaves
1/2 cup arugula leaves
2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted and peeled
Assorted sprouts: clover, alfalfa, radish, etc.
1/4 cup minced onion
1/2 cup tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cover a platter with watercress and arugula. Place the avocado face down on the greens. Slice the avocado crosswise and fan it out across the greens. Thoroughly mix the remaining ingredients and pour over the avocado and greens. Add sprouts before serving.

QUICK AVOCADO CHICKEN SALAD



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Great way to get your mono-unsaturated fats without a high total fat content!

Provided by Emily Carter

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

20 ounces cooked chicken, shredded
½ cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
¼ cup finely minced onion
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
½ lime, juiced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground cumin

Steps:

  • Stir chicken, yogurt, onion, cotija cheese, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper together in a large bowl. Gently fold avocado into chicken mixture until salad is evenly distributed. Stir lime juice, salt, and cumin into salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 113.7 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 43.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 196.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

QUICK FIX AVOCADO SALAD



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We love avocado and quacamole and this is a quick and easy way to have it..... Robin Miller had this on her show and it is wonderful..... We fixed this as a quacamole and smashed the avocados them mixed in the lime juice and cilantro.... You could prepare it either way....

Provided by gertc96

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 9m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 ripe avocados
1 lime, juice of
1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cut avocados in half and remove pit.
  • Peel flesh away and slice avocado into wedges.
  • Arrange slices on a serving plate.
  • Squeeze lime juice over avocado slices and then top with torn cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.5, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 7.8, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.1

QUICK AVOCADO TOMATO SALAD



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"We have a pitch-in lunch at work once a month," writes Dawn McKnight of Zionsville, Indiana, "and this easy, garden-fresh salad has made several popular appearances."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup real bacon bits
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Divide the greens, tomatoes and avocado among four salad plates; sprinkle with bacon. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe avocados: Ripe avocados are creamier and have a better flavor. To check if an avocado is ripe, gently squeeze it. It should yield to gentle pressure.
  • Choose the right tomatoes: Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor. Roma tomatoes or cherry tomatoes work well.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil, add a pop of flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Overdressing the salad will make it soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Avocado salad is best served immediately after it is made. The avocado will start to brown after a few hours, so it's best to eat it fresh.

Conclusion:

Avocado salad is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. The avocado and tomato pair perfectly together, and the dressing adds a delicious tang. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, this avocado salad is a great option.

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