Best Z Tejas Avocado And Tomato Chopped Salad Recipes

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CHOPPED SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, FETA AND AVOCADO



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Like any good chopped salad, the lettuce here is in equal balance with the other ingredients, making this a great choice for those who are less than enthusiastic about leafy greens. Creamy feta and avocado mingle with briny olives and capers while cucumbers and finely chopped romaine provide crunch. Use this recipe as a template for making the most of ingredients you have on hand; radishes, cherry tomatoes or diced onion would all be welcome here. The same flexibility applies for the croutons: Stale bread works, of course, but even leftover hot dog buns, pita bread or oyster crackers become excellent little croutons when toasted in the oven.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups small (1/2-inch) diced stale bread, buns or pita (about 3 to 4 ounces)
6 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 romaine heart, quartered lengthwise and sliced crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
1 medium (or 1/2 large) English cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pitted Castelvetrano or other green olives, roughly chopped (about 3 ounces)
1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2 scallions)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon drained capers, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 firm-ripe avocado, halved, pitted and diced
3/4 cup diced or crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as dill, basil, mint or parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the diced bread on a sheet pan, drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss, then bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until well toasted. Set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, place the romaine pieces in a large mixing bowl, along with the chickpeas, cucumber, olives and scallions.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 6 tablespoons olive oil with the vinegar, capers, shallots, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and whisk well. Pour enough dressing over the salad to moisten; toss well. Add the avocado, feta and herbs and toss gently, adding more dressing to taste. Top with the croutons and a generous sprinkle of herbs and serve.

Z TEJAS' AVOCADO AND TOMATO CHOPPED SALAD



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Make and share this Z Tejas' Avocado and Tomato Chopped Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Karen in MA

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb roma tomato, 1/4-inch dice
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 ounce cilantro, finely chopped
1 lime
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 avocado, 1/2-inch dice
2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup black beans, cold
1/4 cup ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Add 1st 6 ingredients in large stainless steel bowl. Mix well with a rubber spatula.
  • Add avocado and mix well.
  • Add shredded iceberg and ranch dressing. Mix well and serve immediately to say fresh and crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.4, Fat 58.1, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 9.9, Sodium 1227.1, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 18.5, Sugar 8.1, Protein 12.4

AVOCADO AND TOMATO SALAD



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A simple yet elegant salad sure to impress your guests!

Provided by Mica

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large tomatoes, chopped
4 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
ΒΌ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) bottle balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the tomatoes, avocados and red onion. Dust lightly with black pepper, and pour salad dressing over. Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 482.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

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