Yes, I realize this probably shouldn’t count as a “salad” considering I don’t use any greens – but technically, an avocado is green. Although I suppose if we’re being technical… an avocado is also a berry.
Whatever, I’m still calling this a salad. An Asian avocado salad.
When I was in high school, I used to spend a lot of time at my mom’s salon. Next door to her shop was a sushi restaurant and at least once a week, I’d pop in and order an avocado salad. For $5, they’d give me half of a beautifully sliced avocado with delicious peanut dressing drizzled on top. It was the perfect side to my sushi.
It’s been years since I had that overpriced avocado salad. I’m actually not even sure if it’s still on the menu.
Some people reminisce about past events. I reminisce about food that I used to eat. So naturally, I decided to recreate the Asian dressing. I’ve tried this with peanut butter, sunbutter and almond butter (several times) – they’re all delicious.
What I love about this Asian avocado salad is how simple it is to make. Truthfully (and obviously), this is probably more of a recipe for Asian-inspired dressing than it is a salad… so double or triple the recipe and keep it in your fridge for when you’re hungry and an avocado salad craving strikes.
Ingredients
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or sunbutter or almond butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or rice wine vinegar
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Sesame seeds garnish
Instructions
- Slice the avocado.
- Combine the remaining ingredients and drizzle on top of the avocado.
Michael says
This looks delicious and I’ll have to give it a try. When we make “salads” with avocados, we like to mix in some wasabi. It goes well with sushi that way as well!
My Heart Beets says
Oh yum, I’ll have to try adding wasabi to the dressing some time, thank you!
Venu says
Awesome! I love Avocados and use them in wraps a lot. Going to try this very soon!
My Heart Beets says
Venu, that’s great! Let me know what you think 🙂
Venu says
It came out totally delicious!
My Heart Beets says
Venu, that’s great! Glad to hear that 🙂
Mark says
This was so good! I took your concept and turned it into a breakfast of sorts. Added a turkey patty over a bed of shredded cabbage for some extra love! Love your site by the way!
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My Heart Beets says
Mark, this looks awesome! Love what you did with the recipe! 🙂
Dom says
This “salad” looks sooo yummy! Thanks for the recipe!
My Heart Beets says
Thanks, Dom! 🙂