Author Notes: This recipe is a simplified version of the avocado beet salad in Yottam Ottelenghi’s Plenty More. Adapted to be CSA share friendly and easy! —Early Morning Farm
Serves: 4 – 6
Ingredients
For the Salad
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4
medium size beets
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2
avocados
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1
red onion, quartered and sliced
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1
lemon for dressing
Dressing
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1/4
cup olive oil
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3
tablespoons sherry vinegar
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1/2
teaspoon honey
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1 – 3
teaspoons hot sauce like cholula or tabasco
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1/2
teaspoon smoked paprika
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salt and pepper
Directions
- Prepare the beets. Peel and slice the beets into paper thin slices. If you have one use a food processor or mandolin. If not, a sharp knife will work. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the beets for 2 -3 minutes depending on the thickness of the beets, then rinse under cold water. Beets should be softened, but not falling apart. Pat dry with a towel. Combine the onions and beets in a bowl.
- Make the dressing. Whisk together the ingredients, then pour over the onions and beets. Let sit for 15 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the beets on a large platter or individual plates. Top with thinly sliced avocado, a sprinkle of salt, and a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately. The onions and beets will keep well in the refrigerator if you want to make them in advance, and top with avocado just before serving.