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Source: Mealsforyou.com |
Total Carbohydrates: 10 per serving Servings: 2 |
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Avocado Salad with
Tomato Dressing |
Prep Time: 35 Min |
2 Tbs. sun dried tomatoes
1 clove garlic
1/8 tsp. salt optional
1-1/2 Tbs. balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. water
1/2 tsp. basil, or 1 Tbs. fresh, minced
1 ripe firm avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and sliced
2 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 lb. mozzarella cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
4 cups alfalfa sprouts or lettuce, finely chopped
2/3 cup seasoned croutons
2 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese
1. Drain tomatoes (if oil packed) and mince.
2. Combine garlic and salt in a mortar and mash to a paste. Combine garlic paste with tomatoes, vinegar, oil, water and basil in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously until emulsified.
3. Combine avocado, lemon juice and cheese in a mixing bowl.
Add enough dressing to coat well. Toss and serve on a bed of sprouts. Sprinkle
with croutons and Parmesan cheese.