Broccoli Salad with Avocado

Healthycooking's picture

Sep. 19, 2011

Ingredients

Broccoli 1 Pound
Ripe avocado 1
Extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoon
Freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 Tablespoon
Grainy mustard 1 Tablespoon (Prepared)

Directions

MAKING

1. Cut trimmed, washed broccoli into bite-sized pieces.

2. Place in a large pot and boil or steam until bright green and crunchy tender.

3. Drain thoroughly and keep aside.

4. Cut peeled, pitted avocado into small cubes and fold into broccoli.

5. In a bowl, whish olive oil thoroughly with mustard and lemon juice.

6. Add the dressing to the broccoli-avocado mixture and toss thoroughly for even coating.

SERVING

7. On a plate, arrange the salad. Garnish with grated cheese and serve immediately.

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: 4

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 195Calories from Fat 138

 % Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g24.6%

Saturated Fat 1 g5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol

Sodium 51 mg2.13%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g4.3%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 4 g8%

Vitamin A % Vitamin C %

Calcium % Iron %

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet