Avocado Salad

Avocado Salad..Ensalada de Aguacate






4 to 6 large lettuce leaves, such as

iceberg or romaine, rinsed and patted dry

4 medium avocados*

1 small red onion

2 to 3 tbsp. olive oil

3 tbsp. red wine vinegar

salt to taste





1. Spread lettuce leaves on a platter or

large plate.

2. Peel avocados and slice into wedges.

Arrange wedges on top of lettuce.

3. Peel onion and slice into thin rings.

Place rings on top of avocado.

4. In a small bowl, make dressing by

combining olive oil and vinegar.

Sprinkle salad with salt, drizzle with

olive oil mixture, and serve.







This basic salad is a Cuban classic. For a colorful variation, add 2 c. of pineapple chunks.

Dressing:

Preparation time: 15 to 20 minutes

Serves 4 to 6