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Zesty Creamy Lime and Avocado Salad with Toasted Pepitas

Zesty Creamy Lime and Avocado Salad with Toasted Pepitas Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing blend of avocados, lime, and toasted pepitas in this Zesty Creamy Lime and Avocado Salad with Toasted Pepitas.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Ripe avocados Ensure avocados are perfectly ripe for optimal flavor; can substitute with mango for sweetness.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice Use lemon juice if limes are unavailable.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Substitute with green onion for a milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Omit for those who dislike cilantro; parsley may be used as a substitute.
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Toasted pepitas Can replace with sunflower seeds or chopped nuts.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Avocado oil is another excellent option.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Consider adding chili flakes for heat.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, scoop out the creamy flesh, and dice it into bite-sized pieces for a delightful texture.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, gently toast the pepitas until they become golden brown and fragrant, approximately 3-5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, drained red onion, and freshly chopped cilantro.
  4. Drizzle fresh lime juice and high-quality olive oil over the mixture. Season generously with salt and pepper; toss gently to combine.
  5. Just before serving, fold in the toasted pepitas to keep that delightful crunch intact.
  6. Transfer the salad to serving dishes, drizzling with extra lime juice if desired for added zest!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best taste, serve the salad immediately. Store avocado separately to prevent browning if you need to prepare in advance.

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