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Loading...If you like asparagus, you will love this recipe. Roasted asparagus and creamy California Avocados make this simple salad extraordinary. Good source of Vitamins A, C and Iron.
California Avocado and Roasted Asparagus Salad
Total Time:
10min
Cook Time:
10min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
260
Calories
Ingredients
Serves:
4
| 1 | lb. | fresh asparagus, tough ends snapped off |
| 1 | Tbsp. | olive oil |
| As needed | Sea salt, to taste | |
| 5 | oz. | spring mix salad greens |
| 1 | cup | grape tomatoes |
| 1/2 | red onion, thinly sliced | |
| 1 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and sliced | |
| As needed | Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette (see recipe below) | |
| Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette Ingredients | ||
| 1/4 | cup | fresh lemon juice |
| 1 | clove garlic, minced* | |
| 1 | Tbsp. | coarse Dijon mustard |
| 1/8 | tsp. | Red pepper flakes |
| 1/4 | cup | Extra virgin olive oil |
| As needed | Sea salt, to taste | |
| *If using roasted garlic double the amount. |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place asparagus in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Roast for 10 to 15 minutes, just until crisp-tender. Time will vary based on the thickness of the asparagus; do not overcook. Immediately remove from hot baking sheet and cool.
- Arrange salad greens on individual plates. Top evenly with roasted asparagus, tomatoes, onion and avocado. Drizzle with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette.
Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette Instructions
- Stir together the lemon juice, garlic, mustard and red pepper flakes. Whisk in olive oil. Taste and add sea salt if desired.
Serving Suggestions: Add baked tofu or fresh grilled scallops for a main-dish salad.
Beverage Pairings: Try with chilled sparkling wine.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 260
Total Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Total Carbs 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Total Sugar 0 g
Protein 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 0 mg
Potassium 0 mg
Total Fat 23 g (Sat 3 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 2.5 g, Mono 16 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 210 mg; Potassium 650 mg; Total Carbohydrates 13 g; Dietary Fiber 5 g; Total Sugars 5 g; Protein 5 g; Vitamin A 1630 (IU); Vitamin C 25 mg; Calcium 56 mg; Iron 3.4 mg; Vitamin D 0 (IU); Folate 130 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.2 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 35%; Vitamin C 40%; Calcium 6%; Iron 20%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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