Pumpkin, Avocado and Cherry Tomato Salad

8 servings

30 minutes

This salad with pumpkin, avocado, and cherry tomatoes is a bright and refreshing mix of flavors that harmoniously combines the sweetness of pumpkin, the creaminess of avocado, and the freshness of tomatoes. Russian cuisine is known for its richness in seasonal ingredients, and this salad is a great example of its modern interpretation. A light lime dressing with ginger and garlic adds zest to the dish, while pine nuts provide an exquisite texture. It is perfect as a light dinner or an original appetizer for a festive table. It pairs wonderfully with meat and fish dishes and is also suitable for a vegetarian menu. This salad is a small gastronomic celebration that awakens the appetite and creates a sense of comfort.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 601.4
• Proteins: 19g
• Fats: 27.9g
• Carbohydrates: 101.3g

Ingredients

• Grape seed oil: 5 tbsp
• Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tbsp
• Garlic: 5 g
• Grated ginger: 1 tsp
• Grated lime zest: 1 tsp
• Cherry tomatoes: 300 g
• Pumpkin: 2 pc
• Avocado: 2 pc
• Chopped cilantro (coriander): 2 tbsp
• Green chopped onions: 0.3 glass
• Roasted pine nuts: 0.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Sauce preparation: mix all ingredients in a small bowl, add salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grape seed oil: 5 tablespoon
   • Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 5 g
   • Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Grated lime zest: 1 teaspoon
   • Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 5 g
   • Grated ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Grated lime zest: 1 teaspoon

2. Salad preparation: pour the sauce over all the ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 300 g
   • Pumpkin: 2 pieces
   • Avocado: 2 pieces
   • Chopped cilantro (coriander): 2 tablespoons
   • Green chopped onions: 0.3 glass
   • Roasted pine nuts: 0.5 glass

3. Divide into 8 plates.