Spring Lettuces with Avocado Dressing and Pistachios
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Spring Lettuces with Avocado Dressing and Pistachios! This easy-to-make salad combines crisp spring greens like butter lettuce, baby spinach, and frisée, all perfectly coated in a creamy avocado dressing made with Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey for balance. Toasted pistachios add a nutty crunch, while thinly sliced radishes and fresh herbs like dill or parsley elevate the dish with pops of color and flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is the perfect way to celebrate seasonal produce, whether as a light lunch or a sophisticated starter. Try this nutrient-packed recipe for a burst of freshness on your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Spring lettuces (e.g., butter lettuce, baby spinach, frisée)
- 1 whole Avocado
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (plain)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pistachios (shelled, unsalted)
- 4 whole Radishes (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (e.g., dill, parsley, or chives)
Instructions
Wash and dry the spring lettuces thoroughly. Tear larger leaves into bite-sized pieces if needed and place them in a large salad bowl.
Prepare the avocado dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, lemon juice, olive oil, Greek yogurt, honey, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Toast the pistachios: Heat a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pistachios and toast them for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
Thinly slice the radishes and chop the fresh herbs.
Assemble the salad: Drizzle the avocado dressing over the spring lettuces and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly. Sprinkle the toasted pistachios, sliced radishes, and chopped herbs over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of this spring-inspired salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1272 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1229 mg | 26% | |
*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.
