To Poach and Shred the Fresh Hearts of Palm

Combine all the poaching liquid ingredients in a large pot and bring to a simmer

Add fresh hearts of palm and poach them for 15 minutes

Remove the poached hearts of palm from pot

Using two forks, fork apart the poached hearts apart and shed them into a crablike texture.

Place in a covered bowl or container and chill for 45 minutes before making the salad.

To Prepare the Dressing

Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl and mix together well.

To Prepare the Salad

Dress the shredded hearts of palm with the dressing and mix together well without mushing up the hearts too much.

Place Boston Bibb lettuce cups on plates and top with the Louie Style Heart of Palm.

Top with avocado, tomatoes, a little cracked fresh black pepper and a touch of sea salt.