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    Asparagus Avocado Salad

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Jun 4, 2018 · Last modified: May 2, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
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    Five-ingredient Asparagus Avocado Salad combines crisp asparagus and creamy avocado with lime and fresh mint in a delightful combination of flavors and textures. It's easy to make in 15 minutes and can be enjoyed as a starter or side dish.

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    When asparagus is in season, I love adding it to fried rice, stir fry, and creamy vegan pasta.

    But other times when I really want to enjoy the earthy, grassy flavor of this seasonal vegetable, I quickly blanch it, then enjoy it cold in dishes like marinated asparagus. It's also the basis for this simple, yet flavorful, Asparagus Avocado Salad.

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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • You only need 5 ingredients and 15 minutes to make it.
    • It's a unique way to enjoy the flavors and textures of asparagus and avocado.
    • It goes well with a variety of dishes.

    Ingredients

    • Asparagus
    • Avocado
    • Olive oil
    • Lime juice (or substitute lemon juice)
    • Salt and pepper
    • Fresh mint leaves

    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Instructions

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    1. Discard the tough ends then blanch the asparagus spears in a pot of boiling water for a minute or two until they are bright green. (If they turn brownish gray while cooking, they've been in the water too long.)
    2. Quickly remove them from the hot water and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
    3. After patting the spears dry, cut them into bite-size pieces. I like to cut them diagonally on the bias.
    4. Add them to a salad bowl along with the avocado. Toss them together with the olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper, and fresh mint leaves.

    Amy's tip

    Have a bowl of ice water ready so you can quickly transfer the asparagus spears from the boiling water to stop the cooking process. There's nothing worse than overcooked asparagus, (except maybe overcooked pasta).

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    Serving suggestions

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    This recipe makes two servings as a starter salad and four servings as a side dish. It goes well with a variety of cuisines including Mexican, Asian, and Mediterranean. It's also wonderful with other salads like Greek Vegan Potato Salad and Italian White Bean Salad.

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    Storing

    While best enjoyed right away, leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for a day or two. 

    FAQ

    What part of asparagus do you not eat?

    The entire spear of asparagus is edible, except for the woody ends at the bottoms. To remove them, gently bend each spear. They will naturally break off in the correct place. Discard the ends and use the remaining parts of the spears.

    How do you tell if an avocado is ripe?

    An avocado is ripe and ready to eat if the skin is dark and it yields to pressure when gently squeezed. If a small piece of stem is still attached, you can try to remove it. If it comes out easily and is green underneath, the avocado is ripe.

    How do you properly cut an avocado?

    Lay an avocado on a cutting board and slice it in half lengthwise while rotating it by following the curve of the pit. Remove the knife and gently twist to separate the two halves. Insert the back of the knife blade into the pit and twist to remove it.

    Cut slices horizontally and vertically in each half, then scoop out the cubes with a spoon. Or, alternately, slice each half horizontally to create quarters, then peel away the skin. Then dice each quarter into cubes.

    More easy salad recipes

    • Vegan Broccoli Grape Salad without Mayo
    • Silken Tofu Salad
    • Hearts of Palm Salad
    • Mango Chickpea Salad

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Asparagus Avocado Salad

    Five-ingredient Asparagus Avocado Salad combines crisp asparagus and creamy avocado with lime and fresh mint in a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, Fusion
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 271kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Ingredients

    • 1 bunch asparagus , (about 1 to 1.25 pounds)
    • 1 avocado, cubed
    • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
    • salt and pepper, to taste
    • fresh mint leaves, torn or chopped
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    Instructions

    • Wash the asparagus and remove any tough stalks. In a large pan, add about an inch of water and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook just a few minutes until tender and bright green. Drain and plunge in a bowl of ice water to stop the asparagus from cooking.
    • Drain the asparagus once it's cool and pat dry. Cut into bite-size pieces.
    • Place the asparagus pieces in a salad bowl. Add the avocado.
    • Drizzle the salad with the olive oil and lime juice. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
    • Gently toss the salad.
    • Add the mint leaves and serve.

    Notes

    This recipe makes two servings as a starter salad and four servings as a side dish.
    While best enjoyed right away, leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for a day or two. 
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 960mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1855IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 5mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on NBC News, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, PureWow, Brides, LIVEKINDLY, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Linda

      July 24, 2021 at 8:32 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe. The crunch of the asparagus and the creaminess of the avocado are a perfect marriage of two of my favorite foods. I had a half bunch of very thin asparagus and some avocados that had to be eaten today. I added lemon juice instead of lime juice because that's what I had. I added balsamic vinaigrette, mostly because I rarely use that dressing and wanted to give it a go. I enjoyed my salad, and, next time, I'll stick to the olive oil and lime juice in the recipe.

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      • Amy Katz

        July 25, 2021 at 8:21 am

        So glad you enjoyed it, Linda!

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    2. Vicki

      April 23, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      Hi Amy,
      What an interesting coincidence that your Asparagus Avocado salad recipe arrived today, just as I sat down at the computer to search for a recipe that could use the fresh asparagus and avocado I have on hand. In this time of COVID when I can't get out to buy the mint, I tried some fresh marjoram from my garden. What a lovely, light, nutritious and delicious meal! Thank you for sharing.

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      • Amy Katz

        April 23, 2020 at 4:56 pm

        Hi Vicki! I'm so happy to hear this! I love that the marjoram worked so well with the asparagus and avocado.

        Reply
    3. Derrick

      April 25, 2019 at 7:59 am

      5 stars
      made this salad. It was excellent. Great way to enjoy asparagus

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    4. jen czaharyn

      July 07, 2018 at 3:37 am

      Can the asparagus avocado salad be made ahead for later use.

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      • Amy

        July 08, 2018 at 9:18 am

        Hi Jen, Yes, it can! I've made it a day ahead, and it was delicious the next day.

        Reply

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