Ingredients

  • 1 head Lettuce, Romaine Or Red Leaf
  • 1 whole Tomato
  • 1 whole Shallot
  • 1 whole Avocado
  • 1 cup Croutons, Store-Bought Or Homemade
  • FOR THE DRESSING:
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • 2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1/3 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt And Pepper, to taste

Method

  • 1. Wash and spin dry the lettuce, and tear into pieces in a large salad bowl.
  • 2. To prepare the dressing, remove thyme leaves from stems. Mix them in a small bowl with parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste, and adjust vinegar/oil level to taste. Set aside.
  • 3. Dice tomato, add to the salad bowl.
  • 4. Mince the shallot, add to the salad bowl.
  • 5. Peel and remove the pit from the avocado, and dice it. Add to the salad bowl.
  • 6. Add the dressing to the salad bowl, adding only as much as you like. You may have extra dressing. Toss gently.
  • 7. Add the croutons and toss again.
  • The avocado will add a nice creaminess to the dressing. Eat the whole thing on your own, or serve alongside your main course. Enjoy!