Fresh & Flavorful Avocado Asparagus Salad
Fresh & Flavorful Avocado Asparagus Salad
How to Make a Delicious Asparagus, Avocado, and Tomato Salad
Here’s a delightful recipe featuring fresh asparagus! This salad is packed with vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients.
Salad Ingredients- Generous amount of crisp lettuce
- 1/2 ripe tomato
- 1 hard-boiled egg
- 4 spears of asparagus
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1/4 block firm tofu
- 1/3 small zucchini
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 pinch of black pepper
Dressing- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp ground perilla seeds
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp ground perilla seeds
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the lettuce thoroughly and drain it well. Then, cut it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a colander to remove any excess water. This ensures your salad stays crisp and doesn’t get watery.
Step 2
Prepare the asparagus by trimming off the tough, fibrous outer layer with a peeler. Snap off the woody ends. Then, cut the spears into bite-sized pieces. This step ensures every bite is tender and enjoyable.
Step 3
Next, heat a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the prepared zucchini and asparagus to the pan. Sauté them until they are slightly tender but still have a nice bite. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Be careful not to overcook; you want to maintain their crispness.
Step 4
Place the well-drained lettuce into a large salad bowl. Add the tofu, cut into bite-sized cubes, to the bowl. This adds a pleasant, creamy texture and extra protein.
Step 5
Dice the tomato into small, neat pieces. The bright red color will add visual appeal to your salad.
Step 6
Peel the hard-boiled egg and cut it into halves or quarters. Arrange the egg pieces beautifully over the salad. The soft egg adds a comforting element.
Step 7
Now, let’s make the dressing. In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil, 1 Tbsp ground perilla seeds, 1 Tbsp honey, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, and 0.5 Tbsp vinegar. Whisk everything together until well combined. This creates a balanced, flavorful dressing.
Step 8
Cut the avocado into bite-sized pieces and add it to the salad. For the best texture, ensure your avocado is soft to the touch but not mushy. Finally, drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over all the ingredients in the bowl (except the sautéed asparagus and zucchini, which you can add back in or serve alongside). Your vibrant and delicious Avocado Asparagus Salad is ready to enjoy!
