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Avocado, Brussels Sprout, Kale, and Date Salad

8 Servings

230 Cals

Description

Who said getting your greens in had to be boring? This avocado Brussels sprout salad is a confetti of shaved sprouts, Tuscan kale, and pistachios, tossed with a refreshing dressing featuring apple cider vinegar, dates, and Dijon mustard. Top things off with thick slices of Avocados From Mexico for an extra dose of goodness in every bite. Suggestion: Garnish with grated parmesan.

2 EA Avocados From Mexico, sliced

6 c. Brussels sprouts, shaved/shredded

3 c Lacinto (dinosaur) kale, shredded

1 c Red onion, sliced

1/2 c Pistachios (or pumpkin seeds), shelled

Optional topping: Reduced-fat (sharp) parmesan cheese, shaved or grated on top

Dressing

1 Tbsp Lemon juice

2 Tbsp Apple cider vinegar

4 EA Dates, pitted, softened

2 tsp Dijon mustard

1/4 c Olive oil

Recipe makes 8 servings

Serving size 1 serving (517g)

calories 230

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16g 21%

Saturated Fat 2g 10%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 55mg 2%

Total Carbohydrate 0g 0%

Dietary Fiber 6g 21%

Total Sugars 10g

Includes 0g Added Sugars

Protein 5g

Vitamin D 0mcg 0%

Calcium 80mg 6%

Iron 1.8mg 10%

Potassium 510mg 10%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contriburtes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

DISCLAIMER

DISCLAIMER: While many factors affect heart disease, eating avocados as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk.

DISCLAIMER FOR LOGO USE/AHA Disclaimer: Avocados From Mexico are certified by the American Heart Association®. Certification does not apply to serving suggestions or recipes.

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