Walnut Free Asparagus and Avocado Salad

Total time25 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

(18)

This vibrant salad is a celebration of fresh, clean flavors — crisp blanched asparagus, creamy avocado, and peppery radishes all tossed together with bright herbs and a zingy ginger-turmeric dressing. The quick ice bath after blanching keeps the asparagus a gorgeous shade of green and gives it that satisfying snap that makes every bite feel alive. A handful of fresh cilantro and torn mint take the whole thing somewhere unexpected, adding a fragrant, almost summery lift that pairs beautifully with the richness of the avocado. The dressing comes together in minutes — just olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, ginger, and turmeric whisked until smooth — and it coats every vegetable with a warm, earthy tang. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut additions sneaking into your bowl. Fold in the avocado gently at the end so it holds its shape, finish with a squeeze of lemon, and serve right away for the best texture and color.

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Ingredients

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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