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Richard Pidduck
Santa Paula Creek Ranch
Santa Paula, California
Richard Pidduck is a quiet man who would rather talk about avocados than himself. Despite some very tough setbacks due to the weather, he remains passionate about farming the land where he lives in Santa Paula. He has two sons, Will and Nate, who...
SUMMER NECTAR SALAD
Categories
- Salads & Dressings,
- Entrees
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Preparation
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Cook Time
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Total Time
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Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission from a consumer submission
Simple Salad Recipe Contest Third Place Winner
Ingredients
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1.000
1
10 oz package Ready Pac Baby Spinach
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1.000
1
Ripe California Avocado, diced
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1.000
1
Ripe nectarine, diced
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0.250
¼
cup
Vidalia onion, shaved thin
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0.250
¼
cup
cooked, crumbled bacon (optional, but worth every calorie!)
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0.000
Vinaigrette:
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1.000
1
pinch fresh minced garlic
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3.000
3
Tbsp.
aged balsamic vinegar
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1.000
1
Tbsp.
Dijon-style mustard
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
extra virgin olive oil
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1.000
1
Tbsp.
canola oil
Instructions
- Place vinaigrette ingredients together in a small jar. Shake vigorously to emulsify.
- Just before serving, pour vinaigrette over salad and toss gently. Garnish with fresh edible nasturtiums, if available. Enjoy!
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Nutrition information per serving
"Consumer Submitted" recipes are provided as a way for our site users to share recipes with one another. The California Avocado Commission reserves the right to edit recipes but does not test these recipes for quality for taste and is not responsible for the performance of any submitted recipe.







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