Pork Free Asparagus and Avocado Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with color, this asparagus and avocado salad is the kind of dish that looks like it took serious effort but comes together in minutes. The asparagus is blanched just until bright green and tender-crisp, then shocked in ice water so it keeps that satisfying snap. Creamy avocado, peppery radishes, and a handful of fresh cilantro and mint make every bite feel lively and a little unexpected. The dressing is where things get really interesting — a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, and a touch of turmeric gives it a warm, slightly tangy depth that ties everything together beautifully. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from pork and pork-derived products, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. A final squeeze of lemon juice right before serving brightens the whole bowl and keeps the avocado looking gorgeous. This one is equally at home as a light lunch, a dinner starter, or a showstopper side at any gathering.
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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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