Best 8 Avocado Clam Salad Recipes

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Avocado clam salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the creamy richness of avocado with the briny sweetness of clams. This salad is easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or main course. It is also a great way to use up leftover clams. The combination of avocado and clam is a unique and delicious one that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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AVOCADO SALAD



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Made with an abundance of rich and creamy avocados, vibrant tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, bright red onions and a fresh herb dressing. A healthy side that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium (12 oz) English cucumber, (cut into quarters through the length then sliced)
16 oz. grape tomatoes*
1/2 small red onion,** (sliced into small pieces)
2 medium avocados ((firm but ripe), sliced into bite size pieces)
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice***
1 1/2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
3 1/2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp honey
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a small mixing bowl whisk together lemon juice, red wine vinegar, extra virgin oil oil, honey, garlic, cilantro, parsley, oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a large bowl gently toss together cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado with dressing.
  • Serve shortly after preparing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZESTY LIME SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Lime juice and cilantro are the key ingredients to creating this wonderful, healthy no-cook salad you'll want to make all summer long.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 limes (juice of)
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp kosher salt (black pepper to taste)
1 lb jumbo cooked (peeled shrimp, chopped*)
1 medium tomato (diced)
1 medium hass avocado (diced (about 5 oz))
1 jalapeno (seeds removed, diced fine)
1 tbsp chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine red onion, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Let them marinate at least 5 minutes to mellow the flavor of the onion.
  • In a large bowl combine chopped shrimp, avocado, tomato, jalapeño.
  • Combine all the ingredients together, add cilantro and gently toss. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 221 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Fiber 3 g

SUMMER AVOCADO SALAD



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Bursting with flavor, nutrition, and fresh veggies, this avocado salad is summer in a bowl.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Salads

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup unseasoned rice vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 English cucumber, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil (or a combination of basil and mint)
3 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
2 large avocados, halved, pitted, and diced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, water, salt, black pepper, sugar, and garlic. Add the cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, basil, and chives. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 3 hours). Right before serving, gently fold in the avocados, being careful not to mash them. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254, Fat 22 g, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Fiber 7 g, Sodium 399 mg, Cholesterol 0 mg

AVOCADO SALAD



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Try serving this superhealthy salad with crisp za'atar bread for a Middle Eastern feast

Provided by Maria Elia

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Cos lettuce leaves, chopped
6 cherry tomatoes , halved
2 radishes , finely sliced
2 spring onions , finely sliced
50g cucumber , cut into small cubes
25g flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
25g mint leaves, coarsely chopped
1 avocado , chopped into chunky pieces
½ tbsp sumac (a crushed red, lemony berry; find it in Middle Eastern and Indian markets and online)
½ garlic clove , crushed
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • For the dressing, mix the crushed garlic with a pinch of salt, the lemon juice and olive oil. Set aside until ready to serve.
  • Combine the salad ingredients in a bowl, season and toss with the dressing just before serving. Serve with Crisp Za'atar bread (see below) and Chermoula-marinated mackerel (see 'Goes well with').

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.44 milligram of sodium

AVOCADO & LEAF SALAD



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This light summery salad makes the perfect side to beefburgers or spare ribs

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

100g bag mixed rocket , spinach and watercress salad
2 avocados , peeled, stoned and cut into chunks
50g ready-made croûton (or make your own)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp wine vinegar , any type
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Make the dressing by whisking the mustard, vinegar and oil together, along with 1tsp water. Season well.
  • Place the salad leaves and avocado chunks in a large bowl, then use your hands to toss the dressing through. Add the croutons just before serving so they stay nice and crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.27 milligram of sodium

MY FAVORITE AVOCADO SALAD



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Tangy lime dressing is the perfect topper for this avocado salad. Toasted walnuts make for crunchy goodness, but try it with any kind of nut you like. -Ilia Kaku, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 medium avocados, peeled and cubed
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
LIME DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash sugar

Steps:

  • Drizzle lemon juice over avocados. In a serving bowl, combine salad greens, tomatoes, onion, walnuts and avocados. Whisk together dressing ingredients; pour over salad. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AVOCADO CLAM SALAD



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I created this easy California-cuisine inspired recipe when I was spending way too much time on pregnancy nutrition. It's a great source of iron, fiber, protein, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.

Provided by Jamie B

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5m

Yield 4 cups, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 avocado
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
5 ounces baby clams, drained (2 pouches)
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro (or 1 1/2 tsp fresh)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cut & peel avocado.
  • Drain excess liquid off chickpeas & clams.
  • Combine all ingredients. Serve chilled (or immediately, if you're too hungry.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.3, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 457, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 12, Sugar 0.9, Protein 17.5

AVOCADO CRABMEAT SALAD



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You'll reel in compliments with Gail VanGundy's colorful seafood salad. "It makes a pretty side dish," notes the Parker, Colorado cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup flaked crabmeat, cartilage removed or imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup chopped lettuce
1/3 cup diced celery
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and halved

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the crab, lettuce, celery, onion, lemon juice, salt and paprika. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Stir in mayonnaise until combined. Serve in avocado halves.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados that are firm to the touch but yield to gentle pressure.
  • Use fresh, high-quality clam meat for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have access to fresh clam meat, you can use canned clams, but be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • Add your favorite herbs and spices to taste. Some good options include dill, parsley, chives, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning.
  • Serve avocado clam salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Avocado clam salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give avocado clam salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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