California Avocado Torta

Serves: 1

Ingredients

1 ciabatta roll
2 Tbsp. Black Bean Puree (recipe follows)
1/2 cup Baby Arugula
2 slices heirloom tomato
1/2 Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded, sliced*
2 Tbsp. queso fresco
2 tsp. Chipotle Mayonnaise (recipe follows)

Black Bean Puree (Yield: 3 Tbsp.)

1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 Tbsp. olive oil
As needed kosher salt to taste

Chipotle Mayonnaise (Yield: 1/3 cup)

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. chipotle in adobo
1 tsp. minced red onion
1/2 tsp. minced cilantro stems
3/4 tsp. lime juice
1/8 tsp. Paprika
As needed Pinch cayenne pepper
As needed kosher salt to taste

*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.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.