Shallot and Avocado Salad
Brighten up your plate with this refreshing Shallot and Avocado Salad, a vibrant mix of creamy avocados, tangy marinated shallots, and crisp mixed greens. Tossed in a zesty lemon-honey Dijon vinaigrette, this salad strikes the perfect balance between richness and acidity. Juicy cherry tomatoes add a burst of sweetness, while fresh parsley lends an herbaceous finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome recipe is ideal for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as a side for your favorite mains. Packed with healthy fats, fresh veggies, and bold flavors, this avocado salad is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their salad game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 small shallots
- 2 large avocados
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the shallots; set aside in a small bowl.
Halve the avocados, remove the pits, scoop out the flesh, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Wash and dry the mixed greens and place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour half of the dressing over the shallots and let them marinate for 5 minutes to soften their flavor.
Add the marinated shallots, avocado pieces, and remaining dressing to the salad bowl with the greens and tomatoes.
Gently toss the salad to combine and coat everything with the dressing.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Shallot and Avocado Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.4 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1413 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 3482 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
