Avocado & Tomato Salad

Avocado & Tomato Salad

Avocados and tomatoes are chopped for a salad kids will never think of as salad.

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Avocado & Tomato Salad
30 Minutes or Less
Start to finish, this recipe requires only a half-hour or less to make!
International Flavors
Teach your kids about food traditions from around the world as you make these recipes together.
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.
Healthy Pick
This recipe is a healthy choice for your preschooler. Prepare it together to familiarize your child with its good-for-you ingredients.

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 large Mexican avocado (or 2-3 Hass avocados)
  • 1 large beefsteak tomato
  • 1 lime
  • 2 sprigs cilantro
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Cut the avocado in half and remove and set aside the pit. Use a spoon to scoop the flesh from the shell. Cut into large slices with a plastic knife and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Slice the tomato into thick slices, chop up avocados and tomato slices, and have your child help you arrange them on a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Let your child roll the lime on the counter to release the juices. Cut the lime in half and show her how to squeeze the lime over the plate of avocado and tomato, using her hand to catch any seeds.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle the plate with olive oil and salt and pepper. Show your child how to tear the cilantro into small pieces and add to the avocado and tomato plate.

  5. Step 5

    Place in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 156
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 81mg
  • Total Carbs: 9g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
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