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Avocado-Orange Salad with Romaine and Lime-Cumin Dressing

Contributed By: tiffluu
America's Test Kitchen/ATK

Ingredients

 INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup Lime juice from 2 limes
2 Small cloves garlic , minced
1 Medium jalapeño chile , minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1 teaspoon Cumin seed , toasted in small dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden, about 4 minutes
1 teaspoon Grated orange zest
1/4 cup Olive oil
 Table salt and ground black pepper
2 Medium heads romaine lettuce , leaves separated, washed, dried, and torn into small pieces (about 9 cups firmly packed)
1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves , washed, dried, and stemmed (about 1 quart)
1/2 Medium red onion , sliced thin
1 Avocado (preferably Haas), halved, pitted, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 Large oranges , segmented

Preparation

1. Whisk lime juice, garlic, jalapeƱo, cumin, and orange zest in medium bowl; whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

2. Pour all but 2 tablespoons dressing over lettuce and cilantro; toss to coat. Toss onion and avocado in remaining dressing. Divide dressed greens among individual plates; arrange a portion of onion, avocado, and orange segments on greens. Serve immediately.

Nutrient Information

Calories191
Total Fat14.7g
Saturated Fat2g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.6g
Carbohydrates15g
Protein2.7g
Vitamin A5259 IU
Vitamin C62mg
Calcium68mg
Sodium23mg
Iron1.3mg
Fiber5.9g

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Salads & Dressings
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Nutrition Content: High Fiber