Easy Avocado And Broccoli Salad

By cooksalot

Ingredients

• 3 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1/2 large avocado
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 4 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 - 1/2 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 pound broccoli, cut into very small florets (3 cups)
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 small red onion, finely diced

Preparation

Step 1

In a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
Process the avocado, lemon zest and juice, yogurt, mustard and sea salt in a blender or food processor until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, tomatoes and onion.
Pour the avocado dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
Crumble the bacon and sprinkle over the salad.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.