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Asparagus Avocado And Orange Salad Recipe

Brighten your spring and fall meals with this vibrant Asparagus, Avocado & Orange Salad! The tender asparagus, creamy avocado, and juicy orange segments create a delightful flavor combination. Perfectly complemented by a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this salad is a light and refreshing meal on its own or a stunning side dish. Elevate it further with grilled shrimp or serve alongside lemon noodles for a complete and satisfying experience.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 507.4 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus Avocado And Orange Salad

  • 1 pound asparagus spears
  • 2 avocados
  • 2 oranges
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon orange rind

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How to Make Asparagus Avocado And Orange Salad

  1. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus and cut the spears into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Steam the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Do not overcook.
  3. Immediately plunge the asparagus into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain vibrant green color.
  4. Peel the oranges, removing all the white pith. Segment the oranges, removing any remaining membrane, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
  5. Peel and chop the avocados. To prevent browning, toss with a squeeze of lemon juice.
  6. In a large bowl, gently combine the steamed asparagus, orange segments, and chopped avocados.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey until emulsified.
  8. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  9. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy! Optional: Garnish with extra orange zest or fresh herbs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

21g

Carbs

10g

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