Stack seven layers of California Avocadoes and chopped or shredded fruit and veggies in a clear glass jar for a beautiful presentation.
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Total Time: 15 min
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information
per serving
Calories
250
Total Fat
15g
Saturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
170mg
Total Carbs
26g
Dietary Fiber
12g
Total Sugars
8g
Protein
9g
Potassium
1000mg
Vitamin A 918 IU; Vitamin C 90 mg; Calcium 90 mg; Iron 3 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 230 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.23 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 20%; Vitamin C 150%; Calcium 8%; Iron 15 %;
*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.
Serves: 4
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Ingredients
2 Persian cucumbers, diced 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1 cup cooked edamame 8 orange and/or yellow mini bell peppers, stemmed and sliced in rings 1 cup coarsely chopped cooked artichoke hearts 1 1/3 cups chopped tomatoes 1 ripe, medium Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded and diced 3 Tbsp. fresh citrus juice (lemon and/or orange or lime)* 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. country Dijon or spicy mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 8 leaves fresh basil, minced 1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper, or more to taste As needed Salt to tasteInstructions
- Layer the cucumbers, cabbage, edamame, peppers, artichoke hearts and tomatoes in 12 fl. oz. glass jars
- Sprinkle a little of the juice on the diced avocado to coat. Place avocado on top of the tomatoes.
- Place the remaining juice and ingredients in a small jar with a lid; shake until well-blended. Pour dressing over each of the layered salads. Seal with jar lid and serve.
*You can make the dressing sweeter or more tart to your liking depending on which citrus juice you use.
Serving Suggestion: Gently invert sealed jars a couple of times to coat the salad with dressing. Serve with long forks or chopsticks. Tossed salad variation: Toss salad ingredients with dressing and serve in Mason jars.
Individual snack salad variation: Place California Avocados and a small amount of dressing at the bottom of a small glass jar. Top with your favorite salad ingredients and seal with the jar lid until snack time, then gently shake and enjoy.
Beverage Pairing: Prosecco wine or sparkling water with lime.
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*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.
Did You Know?
California Avocados can be used as a substitute for butter. Learn about avocados and dietary guidelines for Americans.
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
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