Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 bunch

butter lettuce

1 unit

avocado

sliced

10 unit

cherry tomatoes

halved

15 ounce

garbanzo beans

rinsed and drained

0.5 cup

quinoa

1 bunch

asparagus

chopped

0.25 cup

walnuts

chopped

1 cup

coconut flakes

1 tbsp

tamari

1 tbsp

maple syrup

1 unit

lemon

juiced

0.25 cup

tahini

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

cucumbers

chopped

1 tsp

cumin

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~3 min

Chop asparagus.

Step 3
~3 min

Prepare coconut bacon.

Step 4
~3 min

Place coconut bacon and asparagus in the oven.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook coconut bacon for 10-12 minutes, then remove.

Step 6
~3 min

Continue cooking asparagus for 20 more minutes (total of ~30 minutes).

Step 7
~3 min

Combine quinoa and 1 cup water in a pot.

Step 8
~3 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer without lid.

Step 9
~3 min

Simmer for 10-15 minutes until water is absorbed.

Step 10
~3 min

Drain and rinse quinoa.

Step 11
~3 min

Prepare salad ingredients: slice avocado, halve cherry tomatoes, rinse and drain garbanzo beans, chop cucumbers.

Step 12
~3 min

Blend ingredients for green tahini dressing.

Step 13
~3 min

Divide lettuce into 2-3 bowls.

Step 14
~3 min

Add avocado, cherry tomatoes, garbanzo beans, quinoa, asparagus, coconut bacon, walnuts, and cucumbers to each bowl.

Step 15
~3 min

Drizzle with green tahini dressing.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast walnuts for enhanced flavor.

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Make the green tahini dressing in advance and store in the refrigerator.

Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your preferred level of sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Garnish with extra chopped walnuts and a drizzle of tahini dressing.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegan quiche
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Modern take on a classic American salad.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Summer
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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