Spinach-Avocado Caesar Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 slices crusty whole wheat bread
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 hard-cooked egg
  • 1 avocado, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. warm water
  • 2 tbsp. grated Romano cheese
  • 2 tsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 6 c. baby spinach

Preparation

Step 1

Toast the bread. Brush with the oil to coat. Sprinkle with the Italian seasoning. Cut into 1/2" cubes. Set aside.
Peel and halve the egg and place the yolk in a large bowl. Chop the white and set aside.
Add half the avocado to the yolk and smash against the side of the bowl with a fork until smooth. Stir in the water, cheese, vinegar, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper to form a dressing. Add the spinach, remaining avocado, and reserved egg white and toss to coat. Serve individual salads with the croutons scattered on top.