Arugula Avocado Salad
Servings: 4
This energizing salad will give you a power boost for the day with the healthy fats in the avocados and the omega-3s found from the seeds. Its especially great for the avocado lovers in the family!
Ingredients:
1 Bunch Arugula (About 5 Cups Baby, Loosely Packed)
2 Large Avocados
1 Tbsp Pepitas Or Pumpkin Seeds
Sea Salt To Taste
Freshly Ground Pepper To Taste
.25 Cup Olive Oil
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 Tsp Poppy Seeds
Instructions:
- Wash the arugula, and throw away any wilted leaves. Cut the ends, shake and either pat dry or spin dry in a salad spinner to remove any excess water. Chop roughly and transfer it to a larger bowl.
- Add olive oil, lemon juice, and poppy seeds to a glass jar and shake for the vinaigrette, until blended.
- Peel the avocados and cut them into larger cubes. Put most of the avocado in your salad bowl and reserve half a cup to use as garnish.
- Splash the dressing over your salad, season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine. Adjust the seasonings according to taste.
- Place in a salad bowl, scatter the reserved avocado and pepitas on top and serve immediately.
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