"Gnocchi" of Hass Avocado with Apples and Shaved Walnuts

Recipe from the French Laundry

Adapted by The New York Times

Total Time
25 minutes
Rating
4(43)
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This recipe is from the French Laundry, the chef Thomas Keller's restaurant in Yountville, Calif. It was published as part of a 2001 story about the raw food movement, in which every element of every dish is raw, organic and vegan. —The New York Times

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 1Sierra Beauty or Golden Delicious apple
  • 2tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3black walnuts, meat removed as intact as possible and lightly toasted
  • 2 to 3ripe Hass avocados
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh Thai peppercorns, cracked
  • 3tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1tablespoon Banyuls or sherry vinegar
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

348 calories; 32 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 21 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 18 grams carbohydrates; 10 grams dietary fiber; 5 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 452 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel, core and cut apple into ¼-inch dice. Toss with lemon juice; set aside. Using a truffle slicer, shave walnuts; set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Cut two avocados in half lengthwise, and discard pits. Using a fluted oval melon-baller, scoop out avocados. (There should be 5 to 6 pieces from each avocado half; use an additional avocado if desired.) Place avocado in a bowl, and season with salt and peppercorns to taste. Add olive oil, vinegar and apples, and toss lightly to mix.

  3. Step 3

    Place a portion of avocado mixture in center of each of four serving plates. Cover with shaved walnuts, and serve.

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Adapted from the French Laundry, Yountville, Calif.

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