Nightshade Free Asparagus and Avocado Salad
Bright, fresh, and genuinely satisfying, this salad is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat once the weather warms up. Crisp-blanched asparagus, creamy avocado chunks, and paper-thin radishes come together with a zingy ginger-turmeric dressing that feels anything but boring. The ice bath trick keeps the asparagus vivid green and perfectly snappy, so every bite has real texture rather than a soggy, sad crunch. Avoiding nightshades can feel limiting when so many salads lean on tomatoes or peppers for brightness and acidity — here, apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice do all that heavy lifting beautifully. Torn mint and cilantro add an herby lift that makes the whole bowl feel lively and restaurant-worthy. The dressing comes together in one small bowl with a quick whisk, and the whole assembly is gentle enough to keep the avocado in gorgeous, distinct pieces. It's a stunning plate that just happens to work perfectly for anyone steering clear of nightshades.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb asparagus, woody ends snapped off, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus pieces and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bright green and just tender when pierced with a knife but still with a slight snap. Drain through a colander and immediately transfer to a large bowl of ice water for 2 minutes to stop the cooking, then drain well and pat dry.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, honey, turmeric, and salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
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