Ingredients

• 1 bundle - asparagus stalks, tender
• 2 - avocadoes, peeled and deseeded
• 2 - pickled jalapeno chillies, or 1 tsp - red chilli powder
• 1 - large lemon, juice extracted
• 1 tsp - lemon rind, finely grated
• 1 tbsp - coriander leaves finely chopped
• 1 - lettuce leaf, torn in big shreds
• 1 tsp - soft brown sugar
• 1 tbsp - oil
• Salt, to taste

How to Make Asparagus Avocado Salad

• Blanche asparagus by boiling in water for 2 minutes. Drain, pour cold water over them in a colander; keep aside.
• Slice avocado thinly. Chop chillies finely. Chop asparagus into finger lengths.
• Mix all other ingredients for the dressing- except lettuce, asparagus, avocado and oil.
• Heat oil, add avocado and asparagus; toss and remove.
• Transfer to salad bowl, chill till required.
• Fifteen minutes before serving, drizzle dressing mix over vegetables.
• Add lettuce leaves, toss to blend flavours.
• Refrigerate and serve with any heavy main dish.