Avocado Green Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing avocado green salad, inspired by a 2006 Mexican culinary adventure! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a healthy snack. The creamy avocado pairs beautifully with crisp lettuce and zesty lime, creating a fiesta of flavors in your mouth.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 232.8 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Avocado Green Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Avocado Green Salad

  • Lettuce
  • Avocados
  • Cottage Cheese
  • Dried Garlic
  • Olive Oil
  • Vinegar
  • Salt

How to Make Avocado Green Salad

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry 5 cups of romaine lettuce. Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Halve 1 ripe avocado and remove the pit. Dice the avocado into ½-inch cubes.
  3. Thinly slice ½ red onion and add it to the bowl.
  4. Finely chop ½ cup fresh cilantro.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Add the diced avocado, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the lettuce.
  7. Pour the lime dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of fresh flavors!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

18g

Carbs

3g