Avocado and spinach salad

Avocado and spinach salad is a fresh, nutritious, and delicious option that’s easy to make. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup nuts or seeds (such as almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds) for crunch
  • Fresh lemon juice (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry the spinach leaves. Slice the avocado, red onion, and cherry tomatoes as desired.

  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the spinach, avocado slices, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber if using.

  4. Add Feta and Nuts: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and nuts or seeds on top of the salad.

  5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.

  6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your fresh salad right away for the best texture and flavor.

Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like grilled chicken, sliced radishes, or your favorite herbs.