Leafy Green Salad with Fresh Figs, Beets and Avocado

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Total Time: 15 min

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Prep Time: 15 min

Nutrition Facts

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Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 170

Total Fat 12g

Saturated Fat 1.5g

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 8g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 35mg

Total Carbs 14g

Dietary Fiber 5g

Total Sugars 7g

Protein 3g

Potassium 550mg

(Nutrition Information does not included optional feta cheese)

Vitamin A 1943 IU; Vitamin C 44 mg; Calcium 55 mg; Iron 1.3 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 106 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 40%; Vitamin C 70%; Calcium 6%; Iron 8%

*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

This no-cook, quick and easy meal is a refreshing choice for hot summer days. Abundant with colorful and seasonal ingredients like creamy California Avocados, this salad provides an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, and good source of folate.

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Serves: 6

Ingredients
Instructions

3 cups baby spinach leaves 3 cups baby arugula leaves 1/2 cup red grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup orange grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped and julienned 1/2 cup fresh, raw beets, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 cup jicama, peeled and cut into thin strips (matchsticks) 1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and diced* 1/4 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup fresh figs, quartered ** 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)*** 1/2 tsp. orange zest 2 Tbsp. almond oil Drizzle of balsamic glaze or aged balsamic vinegar

Wash, spin dry and combine spinach and arugula leaves, and place in a large serving bowl.
Add red and orange tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, beets, and jicama, and gently toss with greens.
Top with avocado, almonds, figs, feta, and orange zest.
Evenly drizzle with almond oil and balsamic glaze.

Serving Suggestion: For an added protein boost, top with grilled chicken, fish or beef.

Beverage Pairing: Pair with sparkling wine such as a California champagne or a dry Prosecco.

** 1/2 cup of sliced strawberries or small cubes of fresh watermelon may be used in place of figs.

***Vegan without optional feta cheese

*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.