This creamy and delicious avocado salad is completely dairy-free, making it perfect for those with lactose intolerance or following a vegan diet. Don’t be fooled by the lack of cheese—the combination of ripe avocado, crunchy veggies, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing is pure heaven!
Instructions:
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, maple syrup, water, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and fresh herbs.
Dress and serve: Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and enjoy the creamy, dairy-free goodness!
Tips:
For extra crunch, add a handful of toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
If you don’t have maple syrup, agave nectar or another liquid sweetener can be substituted.
Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables. Cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, or chopped celery would all make delicious additions.
Ingredients:
For the dressing:
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1-2 tablespoons water (to thin dressing, if desired)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the salad:
4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped cucumber
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
1 ripe avocado, diced
¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (such as dill, parsley, or cilantro)
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