Bibb Salad with Avocado, Pea Shoots and Sunflower Seeds

• Recipe by Melissa Rubel

Serve this salad with crunchy flatbreads for an easy, satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

1. 1 scallion, thinly sliced
2. 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3. 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4. Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5. 1 large head bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
6. 1 cup pea shoots
7. 1 Hass avocado, cut into 1/2-inch dice
8. 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
9. 1/4 cup salted, roasted sunflower seeds

Directions

1. In a mini food processor, puree the scallion with the olive oil and lemon juice until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
2. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with the pea shoots, avocado, grape tomatoes and sunflower seeds. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss and serve.