Avocado, Orange and Red Onion Salad |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Oranges add a fruity and flavoursome note to creamy avocados in this simple but tempting salad recipe. Ingredients:
arugula leaf |
2 avocados, peeled and stoned |
2 oranges |
1 small red onion, thinly sliced |
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaf, coarsley chopped |
2 tablespoons chopped pitted black olives |
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar |
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1/2 shallot, finely chopped |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Place a little arugula on each serving plate or on a large platter.
2. Thinly slice the avocados and arrange the slices on top.
3. Using a sharp knife, peel and remove the pith from the oranges, remove any pips and then cut the flesh into 1/2in slices. Arrange on top of the avocado
4. Sprinkle the red onion slices and basil over the salad.
5. Put all the vinaigrette ingredients into a screw-top jar and shake well.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.
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