Ensalada de Aguacate
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Ripe avocados, sliced — 3
- Small red onion, thinly sliced — 1
- Tomatoes, sliced — 2
- Lime juice — 2 tbsp
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
- Fresh coriander, chopped
- Salt and pepper, — to taste
Method
- Arrange the sliced avocado and tomato on a serving platter, alternating pieces.
- Scatter the thinly sliced onion over the top.
- Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve immediately.
Introduction: This simple, refreshing avocado salad, brightened with lime and fresh onion, is a common side dish across Venezuela, appreciated for balancing richer main dishes with something cool and creamy.
Cultural Background: This simple, refreshing avocado salad, brightened with lime and fresh onion, is a common side dish across Venezuela, appreciated for balancing richer main dishes with something cool and creamy.
Tips: Use ripe but firm avocados so the slices hold their shape. Soak the sliced onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its sharpness, if preferred. Assemble just before serving to prevent the avocado from browning.
Variations: Add crumbled queso fresco for extra richness. Add sliced cucumber for extra crunch. Stir in a pinch of chilli flakes for gentle heat. Naturally vegan as written; no conversion needed.
Storage: Best eaten immediately; avocado discolours quickly and does not store well once dressed.
Reheating: Not applicable — this is a cold salad and is not reheated.
FAQs:
Q: How do I keep the avocado from browning?
A: Toss the slices in lime juice immediately and serve promptly after assembling.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Yes, cucumber, bell pepper or radish all work well as additions.
Q: Is this salad naturally vegan?
A: Yes, it is fully plant-based as written.
- Ripe avocados, sliced — 3
- Small red onion, thinly sliced — 1
- Tomatoes, sliced — 2
- Lime juice — 2 tbsp
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
- Fresh coriander, chopped
- Salt and pepper, — to taste
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