Serrato Family Grilled Summer Salad with California Avocado

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into quarters
1 medium zucchini, cut into quarters
1 medium yellow squash, cut into quarters
1 Japanese eggplant, peeled and sliced thickly lengthwise
6 asparagus stalks, tough ends cut off
1/4 medium sweet onion, cut into wedges
2 cups cooked orzo pasta
As needed Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
As needed Balsamic Vinaigrette (see-make ahead recipe below)
1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients

1 1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, peeled
1/4 cup olive oil
As needed Salt and ground black pepper, 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.