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Summer Salad On the Half Shell

A delightfully refreshing salad that combines mixed fruits and avocado. The avocado dressing adds just the right touch of creaminess to bring the dish together.

At a glance
Main Ingredient
Cuisine Type
American
Menu Part
Salad
Serves
8
Yield: 8

Ingredients

1 cantaloupe
1 honeydew melon
1 papaya
2-3 pears, peeled, halved, and cored
1 cup strawberries, hulled
4 ripe Hass avocados, halved and pitted
Avocado Dressing (recipe follows)

Avocado Dressing:
1 ripe Hass avocado, mashed
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1⁄2 tsp. salt
1⁄2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp. honey
1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
Dash hot pepper sauce (optional)


Methods/Steps

1. Cut fruits into complementary shapes (cubes, dice, or balls) and toss together. Spoon into avocado halves.

2. Prepare Avocado Dressing. Serve with salad.

Avocado Dressing:

In food processor or blender, blend avocado with lemon juice. Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.

Yield: Makes about 1 1⁄2 cups.

Related Terms:

American, Salad

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