Greens With Bacon and Florida Avocado Dressing

Name: Greens With Bacon and Florida Avocado Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 avocado, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 cup buttermilk; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 2 shallots, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; ¾ cup olive oil (fruity, Spanish); 1 lb bacon (cooked until crisp); 1 avocado, cut into thin wedges; 1 lb mesclun

Servings: persons

1 avocado, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 shallots, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
¾ cup olive oil (fruity, Spanish)
1 lb bacon (cooked until crisp)
1 avocado, cut into thin wedges
1 lb mesclun

1
To make the dressing, combine the chopped avocado, buttermilk, vinegar, shallots, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper in a blender; process until smooth.
2
With the motor running, add the olive oil in a thin stream and process until smooth.
3
To make the salad, toss the mesclun with the bacon in a large bowl.
4
Add 1/2 cup dressing and toss until evenly coated.
5
(Refrigerate remaining dressing for later use.
6
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7
Season the salad with salt and pepper and mound on 8 salad plates.
8
Tuck avocado wedges into greens.
9
Makes 8 servings plus 1 cup additional dressing.

1496

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 avocado, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups), 1 cup buttermilk, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 2 shallots, peeled and coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Greens With Bacon and Florida Avocado Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!