Asparagus Flatbread With Avocado Cream

Name: Asparagus Flatbread With Avocado Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 ripe california avocado; 1/3 cup milk (approx., 75 mL); 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf (50 mL); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 mL); salt and pepper (1 mL); 1 pinch crushed hot pepper flakes; 16 california asparagus spears, trimmed; 1/2 small red pepper, very thinly sliced; 1/4 cup very thinly sliced red onion (50 mL); 3 slices prosciutto, thin slices torn into pieces; 2 loaves prepared plain flat bread (30cm x 18cm) or 2 loaves focaccia bread, about 12 x 7 inch (30cm x 18cm); 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 mL); 2 garlic cloves, minced

Submitted by Mary Jenny

"Bring the taste of California to your table when you serve this delicious and unique flatbread. This creation is sure to be a crowd pleaser, providing a fusion of pizza and salad. With vibrant spring colours and bright flavours, it makes a terrific family brunch option served with a lightly dressed salad of mixed greens and ripe tomatoes. Or, cut the flatbreads into small squares for a fresh appetizer."

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photo by Mary Jenny

Ready In:: 35mins
Ingredients:: 13
Serves:: 8

ingredients

1 ripe california avocado
¹⁄₃ cup milk (approx., 75 mL)
¹⁄₄ cup fresh basil leaf (50 mL)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 mL)
salt and pepper (1 mL)
1 pinch crushed hot pepper flakes
16 california asparagus spears, trimmed
¹⁄₂ small red pepper, very thinly sliced
¹⁄₄ cup very thinly sliced red onion (50 mL)
3 slices prosciutto, thin slices torn into pieces
2 loaves prepared plain flat bread (30cm x 18cm) or 2 loaves focaccia bread, about 12 x 7 inch (30cm x 18cm)
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 mL)
2 garlic cloves, minced

directions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Meanwhile, purée avocado with milk, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper and pepper flakes, in a blender or food processor until smooth. (Add extra milk as needed to achieve a mixture that is easy to drizzle.).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus; after 1 minute add red pepper and cook for 2 minutes longer. Transfer asparagus and red pepper to an ice water bath; drain and dry well. Cut the asparagus in half, lengthwise.
Blend oil with garlic and brush evenly over the flatbreads; bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp and golden; transfer to a cutting board. Drizzle half of the avocado mixture over the flatbreads. Garnish with asparagus, red pepper, onion and prosciutto; drizzle with additional sauce. Makes 8 entrée servings.
Tip: Substitute the prepared flatbreads with store–bought or homemade pizza dough; roll out to size and increase the baking time to 15 minutes.