Avocado, Asparagus, Soya Bean and Bacon Salad
Indian Indian - Chicken Curries

Avocado, Asparagus, Soya Bean and Bacon Salad

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 1 ripe avocado (peeled and cut into chunks)
  • • 160 g soya beans (frozen or fresh)
  • • 250 g asparagus (cut into 2cm lengths)
  • • 50 g frozen peas
  • • 4 smoked bacon medallions (cut into bite sized pieces)
  • • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • • 1 tsp wholegrain mustard
  • • 4 spring onions (finely sliced)
  • • 1 small lemon (juice and zest)
  • • low calorie cooking spray
  • • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Cook the soya beans in a pan of boiling, salted water for 4 minutes, then add the asparagus and peas and cook for another couple of minutes.

2
Phase 2

Spray a small frying pan with some low calorie cooking spray and fry the bacon over a medium heat until crisp.

3
Phase 3

Mix the vinegar, lemon juice and zest and mustard together in a small bowl and season to taste.

4
Phase 4

Place the asparagus, soya beans and peas in a bowl. Add the bacon, avocado and spring onions. Stir in the dressing, check the seasoning and serve.