How to Make Cool-Off-the-Heat Avocado and Watermelon Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the summer heat sets in, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and satisfying salad to cool off with. And what better way to do so than with a unique and delicious combination of avocado and watermelon? This Cool-Off-the-Heat Avocado and Watermelon Salad is a perfect blend of creamy and juicy textures, with a burst of fresh and sweet flavors that will leave you feeling refreshed and revived.

Avocado and watermelon may seem like an unusual pairing, but when combined together, they...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped green leaf lettuce
  • ¼ cup sunflower sprouts
  • 1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup cubed seeded watermelon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
  • 6 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine lettuce and sprouts in a bowl. Top with avocado and watermelon cubes. Sprinkle cilantro on top.
  • Blend orange juice, vinegar, honey, cream, and mustard in a blender or food processor. Slowly drizzle in 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil while blender is running. Blend in mint, salt, and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 53mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 242mg