7 Avocado Salads Perfect For Your Summer BBQs
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When it comes to Summer barbecues, you want to make sure to stick to refreshing ingredients. Heavy pastas and piping hot dishes are awesome, but when you're in the warm sunshine and eating with your hands a lot, having crunchy, cool, and vibrant dishes can't be beat. So, to help you prepare an amazing barbecue spread perfect for any get-together, we found seven tasty avocado salads that are ideal to serve as main dishes or sides. From creamy choices that taste amazing when paired with grilled vegetables to ones that will help you cool down in the heat, these salads will have your guests coming back for more and asking, "Can I get that recipe?!"
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Avocado and Bell Pepper Salad
This avocado and bell pepper salad is a fresh and crunchy side to have on hand for every barbecue. It's also incredibly easy to put together — red and green bell peppers are cut up using a spiralizer, making preparation a breeze.
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Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Pasta Salad
Need something both healthy and filling? Throw together this corn, tomato, and avocado pasta salad, which features a hint of cheddar cheese to give it an extra kick.
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Avocado, Blue Cheese, and Strawberry Salad
The unexpected flavors found in this avocado, blue cheese, and strawberry salad come together to create a delicious dish. Serve it with a dressing made of balsamic vinegar, oil, and a touch of orange juice.
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Avocado Egg Salad
More unique than traditional avocado salads, this avocado egg salad can be served as is or piled high on a piece of sourdough bread. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables for a tasty vegetarian spread.
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Summer Tomato Salad with Avocado and Pecans
Both crunchy and creamy, this Summer tomato salad with avocado and pecans will wow every barbecue guest you have. Bursting with flavor and an array of herbs, such as basil, parsley, and thyme, this creative salad is definitely a memorable one.
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Avocado Shrimp Salad
Mashed avocado, chilled cooked shrimp, and zesty lemon take center stage in this avocado shrimp salad. More hearty than other salads, this one will help you cool down on a hot day.
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Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad
This strawberry avocado pasta salad is an inventive take on the traditional pasta salad that's usually served at Summer barbecues. A balance of avocado, feta, strawberries, and poppy seed dressing create a light dish that will have you coming back for seconds.