Monday, September 7, 2009

Avocado and Asparagus Salad

I work late on Wednesday's and when I came home one night I was delighted to see this amazing salad already made by my husband. It was light and refreshing, but still filling. We paired it with some tuna steak, yummo.

Avocado and Asparagus Salad

1 bunch of lettuce (Boston lettuce)

1 bunch of fresh asparagus , trim and cut into 1 inch pieces

1-2 large avocados, peeled and diced

1-2 tomatoes, seeded and diced

1 red onion, diced

1 small bell pepper

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Dash of salt

Dash of pepper


Put asparagus and 2 tablespoons of water in a dish, cover and microwave on high for 3-6 minutes, stir once. Drain and cool.


In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, onion and bell pepper; toss gently. In a jar, combine the remaining ingredients and shake well (with lid on). Pour dressing over salad. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

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