Butter Lettuce Salad with Orange, Hazelnuts, Avocad

Name: Butter Lettuce Salad with Orange, Hazelnuts, Avocado, and Shallot-Hazelnut Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads butter lettuce, wilted outer leaves discarded; 2 navel oranges, segmented (see Note, page 50); 3 cups 1/2-inch diced ripe avocado (see Note, page 52); About 3 tablespoons Shallot-Hazelnut; Vinaigrette (recipe follows); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted (see Note, page 54) and crushed; 1 small shallot, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup hazelnut oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; (makes about 1 cup)

Servings: persons

2 heads butter lettuce, wilted outer leaves discarded
2 navel oranges, segmented (see Note, page 50)
3 cups 1/2-inch diced ripe avocado (see Note, page 52)
About 3 tablespoons Shallot-Hazelnut
Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted (see Note, page 54) and crushed
1 small shallot, minced
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup hazelnut oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
(makes about 1 cup)

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Remove the core from the lettuce and break apart, tearing the leaves into smaller pieces by hand.
2
Wash thoroughly and spin dry.
3
Put the lettuce leaves in a large salad bowl.
4
Add the orange segments and avocado, and spoon in enough dressing to lightly coat the lettuce.
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I beg you not to overdress and drown salads.
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Gently toss and season with salt and pepper.
7
Divide among 6 chilled small salad bowls, evenly distributing the oranges and avocados.
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Top with hazelnuts and serve.
9
In a mixing bowl combine the shallot, orange juice, vinegar, and olive and hazelnut oils; season with salt and pepper.
10
Whisk thoroughly to combine.
11
Keep any leftover vinaigrette covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Lettuce
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If you are going to build a great salad, you have to start with great lettuce; there are more types of lettuce than cars!
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Salad mixes sold in the supermarket in bags might be convenient but they often harbor bacteria, despite being triple washed (often in chlorineyuck).
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I encourage you to buy directly from a farmers market or CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) or, even better, grow your own.
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Taste to see which varieties you like bestand mix and match crunchy and soft, bitter and sweet, red and green varieties for maximum impact.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 heads butter lettuce, wilted outer leaves discarded, 2 navel oranges, segmented (see Note, page 50), 3 cups 1/2-inch diced ripe avocado (see Note, page 52), About 3 tablespoons Shallot-Hazelnut, and more.

Yes, Butter Lettuce Salad with Orange, Hazelnuts, Avocado, and Shallot-Hazelnut Vinaigrette falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Butter Lettuce Salad with Orange, Hazelnuts, Avocado, and Shallot-Hazelnut Vinaigrette

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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