Asparagus and Avocado Salad
The Asparagus and Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the earthy flavors of asparagus with the creamy richness of avocado. Accented by juicy cherry tomatoes and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 180 g asparagus (1 bunch) trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
Optional:
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon or to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Optional:
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Blanch the Asparagus: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Prepare the Avocado: Dice the avocados and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Assemble the Salad: Add the blanched asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and red onion to the bowl with the avocado.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
- Add Cheese: If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Dobar tek!