Mushroom, Radish, and Bibb Lettuce Salad with Avocado DressingGourmet's Studios
This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 6
Ingredients
For avocado dressing
1 ripe California avocado
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
4 heads Bibb lettuce
6 ounces mushrooms
1 cup radishes
1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
Preparation
Make dressing:
Step 1
Pit and peel avocado and mash enough to measure 1/4 cup. In a blender purée mashed avocado with remaining dressing ingredients until smooth.
Step 2
Discard any discolored lettuce leaves. Separately cut mushrooms and radishes into thin slices. In a small bowl combine mushrooms and 2 tablespoons dressing and toss to coat. Divide lettuce among 6 salad bowls or plates and top with mushrooms, radishes, and parsley. Drizzle salads with some remaining dressing.
