Spicy Avocado Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad that combines mixed greens, creamy avocado, and a kick of heat from jalapeño. Perfect for warm days and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula) A mix of your favorite greens.
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 1 medium Cucumber Diced.
- 1/2 medium Red onion Sliced.
- 1 medium Avocado Diced, ripe for best texture.
- 1 medium Jalapeño Finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste.
Spicy Ranch Dressing
- 1 packet Ranch dressing mix Choose your favorite brand.
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Regular or light.
- 1/2 cup Sour cream Regular or light.
- to taste Hot sauce Adjust for desired spice level.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and diced avocado.
- Finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat) and add it to the salad.
Dressing
- In a separate small bowl, mix ranch dressing mix with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a few dashes of hot sauce to taste for the spicy ranch dressing.
Final Assembly
- Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Serve with the spicy ranch dressing on the side or drizzled on top.
Notes
Serve as a refreshing side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or tacos. Best when dressing is added just before eating to keep greens fresh. Use ripe avocados for best creaminess.