Step 1

In a small bowl take the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice.

Step 2

Add the smoked paprika, black pepper and minced or finely chopped garlic.

Step 3

In place of smoked paprika you can use ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or sweet paprika or red chilli powder.

Step 4

Mix very well and keep the dressing aside.

Step 5

Take chopped onions, tomatoes and parsley in a mixing bowl.

Step 6

Add chopped avocado.

Step 7

Stir the dressing again and then pour it on the avocado.

Step 8

Season with a dash of black salt. Also, add white salt or kosher salt or himalayan pink salt or rock salt.

Step 9

Toss and mix well.

Step 10

Serve avocado salad as a side or a main.