Ali in the Valley | Hearts of Palm Salad

hearts of palm

🥗Healthier: artichoke hearts

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Artichoke hearts provide a similar texture and flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed avocado

💰Cheaper: none

Mashed avocado maintains creaminess without added cost.

Chop 2 cloves of garlic finely.

Add a couple drops of spicy mustard to the bowl.

Pour in 1.5 tablespoons of red wine vinegar.

Add about 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

Season with salt and black pepper, then mix the dressing.

Cut heirloom tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.

Drain the hearts of palm and slice them into rounds.

Add the sliced hearts of palm to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Mix all the ingredients together in the bowl.

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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