Avocado Olive Salad Recipe

Creamy avocado meets briny olives in this vibrant 5-minute salad! A zesty blend of garlic, lime, balsamic, and Parmesan cheese elevates this simple dish to a flavor explosion. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light lunch – get ready to hit that olive bar (or your pantry!) for this irresistible recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 467.3 kcal

Protein 18g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado Olive Salad

1 tablespoon capers
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
2 ripe avocados, diced

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How to Make Avocado Olive Salad

In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon capers, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Gently fold in 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives (or your favorite olives) and 2 ripe avocados, diced. Be careful not to overmix to avoid mashing the avocados.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for a perfectly balanced salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

Fat

38g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Avocado Olive Salad?

Avocado Olive Salad takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Avocado Olive Salad?

Avocado Olive Salad has approximately 467.3 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 64 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Avocado Olive Salad?

The key ingredients for Avocado Olive Salad are Capers, Garlic Clove, Limes, Juice Of, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Parmesan Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.