Imagine a salad so refreshing and unexpected that it will make your taste buds dance with pure delight! Our Pink Grapefruit and Avocado Salad is not just a dish, it's a culinary adventure that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary flavor explosion. With its perfect balance of tangy citrus, creamy avocado, and zesty vinaigrette, this salad is about to become your new obsession - guaranteed to impress dinner guests and elevate your home cooking game in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pink grapefruits, segmented
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully segment the pink grapefruits by cutting away the membrane and removing each juicy segment, catching any excess juice in a bowl.
- Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice into small, uniform cubes. To prevent browning, toss the avocado cubes with a little of the reserved grapefruit juice.
- Thinly slice the red onion using a sharp knife, creating delicate, translucent rings or half-moons.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, and any remaining grapefruit juice to create a light, citrusy vinaigrette. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Arrange the mixed greens on a serving platter or individual plates as a fresh, crisp base for the salad.
- Gently scatter the grapefruit segments, diced avocado, and sliced red onion over the greens.
- Drizzle the honey-citrus vinaigrette evenly over the salad, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors and maintain the salad's fresh texture.
Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe ingredients: Select grapefruits that are firm but yield slightly to gentle pressure, and avocados that are creamy but not mushy.
- Segmenting technique matters: Use a sharp, serrated knife to carefully remove grapefruit segments for a clean, professional presentation.
- Prevent avocado browning: Toss avocado cubes with citrus juice immediately after cutting to maintain their vibrant green color.
- Chill ingredients beforehand: For an extra refreshing experience, refrigerate your greens and fruits for 30 minutes before assembling.
- Dress just before serving: Add the vinaigrette at the last moment to keep the salad crisp and prevent wilting of the mixed greens.
- Customize to taste: Feel free to add toasted nuts like pistachios or almonds for extra crunch and depth of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 496kcal
Carbohydrates: 41g
Protein: g
Fat: 39g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
