Description
Avocado Caesar Green Beans is a refreshing twist on classic comfort food, combining crisp green beans with a creamy avocado Caesar dressing. This vibrant dish is topped with crunchy croutons, making it perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. With its satisfying flavors and easy preparation, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a splash of color to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup croutons
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until vibrant green and crisp.
- Quickly transfer the beans to an ice bath to halt cooking.
- In a blender, combine ripe avocado, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil; blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, toss the blanched green beans with the avocado dressing until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in Parmesan cheese and croutons without crushing them.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in individual bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 8mg