1 fully ripened avocado

8 cups of broccoli florets, rinsed

2 tbsp. olive oil

½ tbsp. red wine vinegar

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, peeled and finely minced

Fresh ground pepper to taste

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Drop broccoli florets into water and boil 2-3 minutes, until bright green in color. Remove broccoli from boiling water and immediately place into a bowl of ice water. Drain broccoli on paper towels.

Meanwhile, mix dressing in the bottom of your serving bowl. Blend the oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, and pepper with a wire whisk or fork.

Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Scoop out flesh with a spoon and cut into cubes. Add to bowl with dressing.

Place broccoli in bowl and toss gently to coat with dressing and to distribute avocado pieces. Serve immediately.