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Ready In:
20 minutes
Serves: 4
This recipe uses avocado to make a creamy, healthy dressing that tastes great.
What you'll need
Large bowl
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Blender
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Spatula or spoon
Ingredients
Serves 4
8 cups Romaine Lettuce shredded
1/2 cup Cucumber peeled and chopped
1/2 cup Jicama peeled and chopped
1/2 cup Peas thawed if frozen
1/4 cup Red Onion finely chopped
1 Avocado peeled and pitted
1/2 cup Orange Juice
2 tablespoons Lime Juice
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
Directions
1.Toss lettuce, cucumber, jicama, peas, and onion together in a large bowl.
2.In a blender container, add avocado, orange and lime juices, and garlic salt; cover with a tight fitting lid, and blend until smooth.
3.Add dressing to salad and toss well to coat. Serve immediately.
Chef's Tips
- Blend ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves with dressing for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1.50 cup
Serving Per Container 4
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 160 | ||
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat 1 g | 5% | |
| Sodium 150 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 25 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber 6 g | 21% | |
| Protein 4 g | ||
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
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