Avocado and Davidson's Plum Salad with Macadamia Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A vibrant salad combining creamy Australian avocado and tart Davidson's plum, finished with a nutty macadamia dressing for a refreshing starter. This Australian-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe avocados, Davidson's plum puree, mixed salad greens into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2, diced ripe avocados
• 3 tbsp Davidson's plum puree
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/4 cup, toasted and chopped macadamia nuts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

The chef’s knife we’d prep this with → Best Chef's Knives for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens and 2 diced ripe avocados.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Davidson's plum puree, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad greens and avocado, tossing gently to coat without mashing the avocado.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted and chopped macadamia nuts over the top for a crunchy contrast.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately as a fresh, tangy accompaniment or light meal.