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Hearts of Palm Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 mins

This salad is perfect to serve as an appetizer, but is also hearty enough for lunch or even a light dinner. Add salmon for a twist!

Hearts of Palm Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

 1 ripe avocado
 2 tbsp mayonnaise made with olive oil
 Zest and juice of 1 lime
 2 tbsp Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 2 (14oz) cans hearts of palm, drained, rinsed, and sliced into 1/2 thick slices
 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
 4 scallions, thinly sliced
 Kosher salt
 Freshly ground black pepper
 Butter lettuce leaves or endive leaves
 Pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley for garnish
1

Pulse avocado, mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, and EVOO in a food processor or blender until it becomes a creamy and thick puree. Make ahead tip: place in a jar or covered container and store in the fridge for up to two days.

2

Toss hearts of palm, celery, and scallions in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.

3

Divide the hearts of palm mixture between lettuce cups and drizzle with avocado dressing. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and chopped flat-leaf parsley as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4