Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a vibrant explosion of colors, textures, and tantalizing flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Sunshine Citrus Avocado Salad is more than just a recipe—it's a culinary experience that promises to brighten your day and elevate your dining table with its stunning combination of fresh ingredients and zesty dressing.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Mixed greens
- Avocado, diced
- Grapefruit, segmented
- Orange, segmented
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Olive oil
- Honey
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: mixed greens, diced avocado, segmented grapefruit, segmented orange, thinly sliced red onion, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base for your salad.
- Carefully dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the mixed greens.
- Next, segment the grapefruit by cutting away the peel and pith, then using a sharp knife to cut between the membranes to release the segments. Add the grapefruit segments to the salad bowl.
- Repeat the segmentation process with the orange, adding the orange segments to the bowl along with the grapefruit.
- Thinly slice the red onion and sprinkle it over the salad for added flavor and crunch.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and honey to create a simple dressing. Use approximately 3 tablespoons of olive oil to 1 tablespoon of honey, adjusting to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad, ensuring even coverage.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, mixing gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve the salad immediately, enjoying the vibrant colors and refreshing flavors of the Sunshine Citrus Avocado Salad.
Tips
- Choose ripe, creamy avocados for the best texture and flavor.
- When segmenting citrus fruits, use a sharp knife and work over a bowl to catch any delicious juices.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting some pine nuts or sunflower seeds to sprinkle on top.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to prevent the greens from becoming soggy.
- If you prefer a more tangy dressing, add a splash of fresh lemon juice to the olive oil and honey mixture.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil for the best dressing flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
