This one is for all you avocado lovers! Grilling the avocados gives them a nice smoky flavor that I love. Pairing that with the crisp lettuce and the creamy dressing – we are hitting all the notes with this one! This little salad is the perfect dish to get the ball rolling for the grilling season that is coming up. I hope you guys love this one! ♥ Teri
Grilled Avocado and Gem Salad with Herb-Yogurt Dressing
Servings:
INGREDIENTS
herb-yogurt dressing
- ⅔ cup plain (fat free) Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup minced mixed herbs such as chives, thyme and dill
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for avocados
- 3 tablespoons water or more as needed to achieve desired consistency
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- salt and pepper to taste
salad
- 2 avocados, halved, pitted and peeled
- ½ lemon
- 3 heads gem lettuce, ends trimmed and leaves separated
- shaved Parmesan
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until fully incorporated and smooth. (You can also blend everything in a blender until smooth).
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat.
- Brush flat sides of avocado with oil, a squeeze of lemon juice and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place oiled sides of avocado down on grill or grill pan and sear for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Remove avocados from heat and transfer to a plate.
- To assemble: Arrange lettuce leaves and avocado halves onto a large platter and drizzle with dressing. Season with salt and pepper and finish with lots of shaved Parmesan. Serve with side of crostini or grilled bread.
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This salad is AMAZING. It has become one of my absolute favorite sides for dinner. I always squeeze a bit of fresh lemon over it and my goodness it is just delicious
I love avocado. Avocado salad healthy and good for skin.
I never knew avocado can be used like this too, thanks for the great recipe.
love avocados, and really nice flavor tweak to grill them too, thank you, a great salad that is much appreciated