Best 10 Romaine Avocado Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our diverse collection of romaine avocado salad recipes. Embark on a culinary journey that caters to every palate, from the classic simplicity of romaine and avocado to the tantalizing accents of bacon, grilled corn, and creamy dressing. Whether you're a vegan seeking a healthy and satisfying meal or a meat lover craving a hearty and flavorful salad, we've got you covered. Discover the perfect balance of crisp romaine lettuce, creamy avocados, and an array of delicious ingredients that transform this humble salad into a delightful and unforgettable experience.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO ROMAINE SALAD



Avocado Romaine Salad image

This salad truly represents my state, since avocados and almonds are grown in such abundance here. Plus, I love it because I can toss it together in minutes. -Jeanne Ellermeyer, Walnut Creek, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Dash seasoned salt
SALAD:
1 bunch romaine, torn (about 5 cups)
1 medium ripe avocado, quartered and sliced
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, whisk together first seven ingredients. Place salad ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING



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This colorful salad looks great on a buffet table and tastes even better. The crunchy corn chips are a nice change from croutons. -Sandra Forsyth, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bunch romaine, torn
3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 green onions, chopped
Corn chips

Steps:

  • For dressing, place the first seven ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onions. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with corn chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ROMAINE, GRILLED AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CORN SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE-CAESAR DRESSING



Romaine, Grilled Avocado, and Smoky Corn Salad with Chipotle-Caesar Dressing image

Provided by Chris Schlesinger

Categories     Salad     Side     Fourth of July     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Parmesan     Avocado     Corn     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Lettuce     Chile Pepper     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 (main course) or 6 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup grated parmesan
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ears of corn, shucked
2 firm-ripe 6-to 8-ounces avocados, halved and pitted but not peeled
1 head romaine (1 pound), tough outer leaves discarded and head quartered lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1-inch strips

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure .
  • Put parmesan in a medium bowl and add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking. Whisk in lime juice, garlic, chipotles, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
  • Rub vegetable oil on corn and cut sides of avocados, then season with 1/8 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Grill avocados, cut sides down, and corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning corn occasionally, until golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Peel avocados and thinly slice. Cut corn kernels from cobs.
  • Toss romaine with dressing and serve topped with avocado and corn.

ROMAINE, ARUGULA, AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Onion     Side     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Avocado     Arugula     Lettuce     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon cider-vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 firm-ripe California avocado
3 cups coarsely chopped romaine, washed well and spun dry
3 cups packed arugula, washed well, spun dry, and torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl whisk together vinegar and salt and pepper to taste and whisk in oil until emulsified. Peel, pit, and chop avocado. Add avocado, romaine, arugula, and onion to vinaigrette and toss to coat.

TUNA, AVOCADO, AND ROMAINE SALAD



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The crispness of the romaine lettuce and radishes contrasts nicely with the smooth richness of the ripe avocado slices and the saltiness of the tuna.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cans tuna, packed in oil
1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 bunch radishes, trimmed and sliced
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine tuna, lettuce, radishes, and avocado. Drizzle with dressing as desired.
  • Drizzle salad with vinaigrette, as desired, and toss to combine. Serve sprinkled with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 g, Fat 27 g, Protein 20 g

ROMAINE AVOCADO SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING



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A delightful spring salad with a nice fresh flavour. If making ahead of time, do not peel and add avocado until just prior to serving as it will discolour. Decorate plate with thinly sliced pieces of lime.

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Lime

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head romaine lettuce
1 small radicchio
1 avocado, peeled and diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon poppy seed
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Tear romaine and radicchio into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place in large bowl.
  • Toss with avocado and red onion slices.
  • Combine lime juice and vinegar in small bowl.
  • Whisk in Dijon mustard and olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper and stir in poppyseeds.
  • Just before serving, toss salad and dressing together.

ROMAINE & AVOCADO SALAD



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This quick and easy salad from the World's Healthiest Foods site combines some of my absolute favorite ingredients. It tastes so good, and is good for you too! You can save time by buying pre-chopped, bagged romaine lettuce.

Provided by Lynne M

Categories     Greens

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large head romaine lettuce, outside leaves discarded
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, julienned
1/2 small avocado, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
extra virgin olive oil, to taste
salt and black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Remove outer leaves of lettuce heads and discard. Cut off tops of leaves and discard. (Tops are bitter.)
  • Chop remaining inner leaves. Rinse in cold water, and dry (this will keep the flavor of the salad from getting diluted).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss with salad greens, red bell pepper, tomato and avocado chunks. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.
  • Serve immediately, and enjoy!

ROMAINE SALAD WITH AVOCADO FANS



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Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup canola oil
1 shallot, minced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and pepper
2 avocados, halved, pit and peel removed
1 romaine lettuce, sliced into fine ribbons

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together oil, shallot, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Reserve
  • Cut avocado into thin slices, maintaining the shape of the avocado half. Using your fingers, gently fan out slices.
  • Just before serving, toss lettuce with dressing and top with avocado fans.

ROMAINE, GRILLED AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CORN SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE CAESAR DRESSING



ROMAINE, GRILLED AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CORN SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE CAESAR DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup grated parmesan
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chiles in adobo
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ears of corn, shucked
2 firm-ripe 6- to 8-oz avocados, halved and pitted but not peeled
1 head romaine (1 lb), tough outer leaves discarded and head quartered lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1-inch strips

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see "Grilling Procedure." Put parmesan in a medium bowl and add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking. Whisk in lime juice, garlic, chipotles, and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper. Rub vegetable oil on corn and cut sides of avocados, then season with 1/8 tsp each of salt and pepper. Grill avocados, cut sides down, and corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning corn occasionally, until golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Peel avocados and thinly slice. Cut corn kernels from cobs. Toss romaine with dressing and serve topped with avocado and corn. Cooks' note: Corn and avocados can be grilled, in batches if necessary, in a lightly oiled hot grill pan over medium-high heat

ROMAINE SALAD WITH AVOCADO AND ORANGES



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Make and share this Romaine Salad With Avocado and Oranges recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Greens

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 oranges
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup diced avocado

Steps:

  • With a paring knife remove the skin and pith from the oranges.
  • Working over a large salad bowl to catch the juices, cut out the orange segments. Set aside.
  • Add the lemon juice, oil, mustard, and salt to the juice, whisking to blend.
  • Add the lettuce and scallions, tossing well. Add the avocado and toss gently to combine.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm avocados that yield to gentle pressure. Avoid avocados with dark spots or blemishes.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the avocados. This will help prevent the avocados from browning.
  • If you are not serving the salad immediately, toss the avocado slices with a little lemon juice or lime juice to prevent them from browning.
  • To make the dressing, whisk all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Wash romaine lettuce thoroughly and pat dry.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving. Toss the romaine lettuce, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled bacon in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately.

Conclusion:

Romaine avocado salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it is also a good source of fiber. The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the flavors of the salad. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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