Can avocado toast salad be made without bread or croutons?

Yes, you can make it without bread or croutons by using ingredients such as quinoa, sweet potato, or roasted chickpeas as a substitute for the bread cubes, or just skip it entirely.

How can I add protein to avocado toast salad?

Adding protein to avocado toast salad can include ingredients such as grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beans.

What are some other dressing ideas?

You can try various dressings, such as spicy mango cilantro , creamy buttermilk ranch , balsamic vinaigrette , creamy poppy seed , zesty Italian dressing , or a cilantro vinaigrette .

How can I prevent the avocado from turning brown in the salad?

To prevent the avocado from turning brown in the salad, adding it just before serving is best. You can also sprinkle a little lemon or lime juice on the avocado to slow the oxidation process.

Avocado Toast Salad

Description

All the flavors of an avocado toast just in a salad! Crisp romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and buttery croutons tossed in olive oil dressing, then drizzled with balsamic glaze. It’s so simple but SO good!

Ingredients

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Croutons

4 oz. bakery-style bread torn into bite-size pieces* (about 4 cups)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted

Dressing

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. minced garlic

Salad

8 oz. chopped romaine lettuce (about 8 cups)
2 avocados, diced
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1–2 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil
Balsamic glaze
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Croutons

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Toss the bread pieces with olive oil and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Salad

In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, avocados, tomatoes, and basil with the dressing. Stir in croutons and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

Notes

Croutons: Ciabatta bread, french bread, or country bread can all be used to make croutons.
Leftovers: This salad is best served immediately. You can keep the dressing, croutons, and salad stored separately for up to 4-5 days. Add avocado just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 322
Sugar: 4.8 g
Sodium: 154.6 mg
Fat: 24.6 g
Carbohydrates: 23.9 g
Protein: 6.1 g
Cholesterol: 10.2 mg