Summer
Plum Avocado Summer Salad
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67 Reviews
Mark A.
August 29, 2020
This really is phenomenal—our favorite use for our crop of Italian plums (although we also love plum tart and sorbet recipes on Food52). It may just be our favorite recipe on Food52. It hits so many great flavor notes (sweet, savory, spicy)—all in balance—with really interesting textures (slippery and creamy). Peeling the plums isn't worth the effort—it's great with them.
Such a shame that plum season is so short!
Such a shame that plum season is so short!
Me!
August 6, 2017
I made this today and it is very flavorful! Plums and avocados are two of my favorites and I'll put cilantro on just about anything so this was a perfect recipe for me to try. I'll be making it again. Thank you for sharing.
Amanda D.
July 19, 2015
I made this today for a women's brunch. It met with rave reviews despite initial skepticism. Thanks so much for sharing!
Alejandralxndr
September 17, 2013
Where did you get that mortar and pestle? It's beautiful and I want one!
Marquis
July 23, 2013
This is so interesting! Thanks for sharing, I love the combination here .. Very innovative!
TastyAloha
July 4, 2013
Surprisingly delicious combination of flavors. I skipped the part with the mortar and pestle and just gently mixed all of the ingredients together in a bowl and it still tasted fantastic.
kumalavula
August 29, 2012
i have made this every summer since it appeared and people ask over and over for the recipe. it's a great combination of flavors. i've played around with black plums, pluots and may even try nectarines but i never peel the fruit and it seems perfectly fine. i hope to make this once or twice more before fall settles in.
susan G.
March 16, 2012
I've been waiting for months to make this -- it finally came together, and I had it with Panfusine's "handvo" -- it works like a chutney, and was a delightful compliment.
carlinpatty
September 11, 2011
Just made this for dinner. Used several different types of plums and served it over a bed of arugula. Wonderful! Agree with others -- doesn't need as much oil, I used less than 1/4 cup.
shortnmorose
September 5, 2011
I added blue cheese to this and it was phenomenal. My cheese guy looked at me funny and I was like, trust me. Plums avos and blu di bufala. YUM!
jedverity
July 22, 2011
I agree with another commenter about using less oil. With 1/4 cup the olive oil flavor was very strong and there was a pool of it, mixed with juices, at the bottom of the bowl. Otherwise, this was amazing!
Jed
July 19, 2011
Brilliant! How long do you think it could keep in the fridge?
bmallorca
September 6, 2011
Jed, I made it last week and it kept well for at least two days in the fridge, and then it was gone. We made sure the dressing got all over the avocado, and didn't notice any terrible discoloration. However it was so yummy that no one would have cared!
TheWimpyVegetarian
July 11, 2011
This was one of my favorite salads last summer. We had a house party-reunion this weekend and I made this last night as a side dish to some grilled pork tenderloins. Everyone, and I mean everyone, just raved about this salad. They loved how it looked and tasted. Everyone wanted the recipe! Thanks for making me look good!
Assya
April 17, 2011
I must say I wasn't sure how this would turn out, mixing avocados and plums seemed weird.
It turned out AMAZING ! I haven't had anyhing that flavourful in a long time, thank you !
HOwever, I cut down on the oil, I think 1/4 cup is enough, maybe even too much
Thank you again
It turned out AMAZING ! I haven't had anyhing that flavourful in a long time, thank you !
HOwever, I cut down on the oil, I think 1/4 cup is enough, maybe even too much
Thank you again
Lena S.
April 24, 2011
Glad you liked it! You can definitely cut down on the oil as you prefer and adjust the lemon and chili to your taste!
jmnookin
September 2, 2010
Just made this for lunch. Absolutely delicious. My plums were a mixture of varieties and ripeness, and that produced a rather lovely mix of textures, some bites a bit crunchier, some softer & sweeter. I will be making this again for sure!!
Lena S.
September 2, 2010
Great! I have tried it both with more tart firm plums and also with super soft sweet ripened plums and it works both ways! A mix sounds divine.
rbnyc
August 19, 2010
Nicely done. I made this a couple nights ago as a salsa for swordfish. Didn't bother peeling the plums and diced a jalapeno pepper into the mix instead of the dried chili. I had considered adding some fish sauce but it really did not need it. Result was really excellent - highly recommend it.
TheWimpyVegetarian
August 19, 2010
I just made this for the second time this week. I just love this recipe. Congrats on creating such a wonderful salad and congrats on being the runner-up this week. I'm sure we're going to see lots of other wonderful recipes from you!
arielleclementine
August 18, 2010
i made this tonight and thought it was incredible! thanks so much for sharing the recipe- i'll make it again and again!
gingerroot
August 18, 2010
This was delicious - thanks so much for posting this recipe. Plums, cilantro and avocado are all favorites of mine so I will be making this again.
lapadia
August 18, 2010
Thanks for sharing your recipe and congrats on being "the" runner-up in this contest!
Minkus
August 17, 2010
mmmmm....this was fabulous! We thoroughly enjoyed this salad and were so impressed by the chef's clever combination of flavours! A well thought out and beautiful recipe! Thank you Lena S!!
bistro_gal
August 16, 2010
I made this tonight to rave reviews. I think that mashing the garlic with the cilantro and the oil in a pestle is critical, rather than simply chopping them, since mashing them blends the flavors into something that really complements the plums and avocados.Tom is right; this is the reason why this blog is so great; you stumble upon little gems like this recipe which are innovative, simple and delicious. I don't manage to impress my mother in law too often but tonight, with Lena's inspired recipe and very little effort, I did. Thank you, Lena S., you got my vote!
Lena S.
August 17, 2010
I'm so happy to hear it was a crowd pleaser!! There is nothing like finally tickling the taste buds of a tough audience member!
I agree - mashing seems like an extra step - but it changes everything and smoothes out the flavors.
I agree - mashing seems like an extra step - but it changes everything and smoothes out the flavors.
AMS
August 16, 2010
Blatantly biased praise from your cousin! Even though I don't care for cilantro, the pairing of plums and avocado is inspired and visually appealing. Perhaps we could substitute mint and parsley?? I also appreciate the ease of assembly (!). I second The Good Cook's comment - you're gonna win for sure!!!
Lena S.
August 16, 2010
Thanks! Mint or parsley - why not? This dish is definitely for those cilantro lovers out there - but I'm sure you could try it out with some other herbs if cilantro isn't your cup of tea.
Lena S.
August 16, 2010
Hi All - I'm so pleased to have made it to the finals this week! I made this salad for a family reunion last weekend and it was enjoyed by all.
fiveandspice
August 14, 2010
Holy smokes! So creative and delicious-sounding! I simply can't wait to get back home next week and make this. Congratulations!
TheWimpyVegetarian
August 14, 2010
I made this tonight for dinner too. What an absolutely wonderful dish. So easy, such a surprising combination of flavors, so perfect. Like a party on the plate and in the mouth.
thirschfeld
August 13, 2010
I made this tonight and it is exactly the reason why I like food52. I had my reservations but I trust Merrill and Amanda's eye for great recipes and they did not fail me. It is absolutely delicious. Lena whatever method you have to your madness it works here.
Lena S.
August 16, 2010
Thanks Thanks Thanks! I will try to keep the madness alive in the coming months and if I can manage to document it all - then we are on to something.
J-Dizzle
August 13, 2010
Yum! Avocado! Mmmm.....fresh summer plums....mmm - looking forward to trying this recipe on the weekend! :o)
gingerroot
August 12, 2010
YUM! Avocado, plum and cilantro are three of my favorites, although I have never put them together. I will now - thanks for the fabulous recipe. Congratulations on being a finalist!
nannydeb
August 12, 2010
Congratulations! This sounds very interesting! What about subbing a little fresh jalapeno for the dried chili? I have tons in my garden right now.
Rivka
August 12, 2010
Fascinating combo -- have all the ingredients in the fridge and hope to try this weekend.
Lizthechef
August 12, 2010
Would never have thought to put these flavors together - congratulations on being a finalist!
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