Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad

Chef Chris Prosperi shares his favorite recipe for hearts of palm and avocado salad.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of chopped hearts of palm
• 1 small red pepper cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1/2 cup of red onion cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro - stems and leaves
• 2 tablespoons of lime juice
• 4 dashes of Tabasco
• 1/2 teaspoon of curry powder
• 1 ripe avocado pitted, skinned and chopped
• 2 tablespoons of sugar

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Serve immediately as a side salad. Pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp.

This recipe makes six servings.