Guacamole Salad



3 cups cooked basmati rice
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped (2/3 cup)
3/4 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia or Walla Walla)
3 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 to 3 tablespoons seeded and finely chopped fresh jalapeno pepper*
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
Shredded romaine lettuce
Lime wedges

1. In a large bowl combine rice, tomato, onion, cilantro, lemon juice, jalapeżo pepper, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss avocado with lime juice; stir into rice mixture. Cover and chill 2 to 8 hours.
2. Spoon mixture on top of shredded romaine lettuce. Serve with lime wedges. Makes 6 servings.
*Note: Hot peppers contain oils that can burn eyes, lips, and sensitive skin. Always wear plastic gloves while preparing hot peppers and be sure to wash your hands thoroughly

6 servings

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