Shaved Asparagus & Avocado Salad

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 basil leaves, torn or chiffonade
• 15 asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed
• 1 avocado, diced

Instructions

1. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and basil. Set aside.
2. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the asparagus. When it gets too thin to shave, chop. Repeat with remaining asparagus spears.
3. Place asparagus and avocado in a bowl. Whisk dressing once more, pour over salad. Toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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