Palta (Avocado) Salad

Origin: Lima

Source: Mercedes Cabello de Carbonera, 1890

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Choose paltas at first ripeness, peel, and cut into thin vertical slices.
  2. Layer in the salad bowl, spooning over each layer oil and vinegar beaten with salt.
  3. Finish each layer with a light sprinkle of pepper.
  4. If serving at table, set a whole palta in the center on tender lettuce leaves.

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