Grapefruit Avocado Salad
Bright and zesty, this grapefruit avocado salad combines juicy grapefruit segments with creamy avocado for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light lunch, it’s both visually stunning and simple to prepare. With the added freshness of mixed greens and a tangy lime dressing, this salad is sure to impress your guests and elevate your meal experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium grapefruits, segmented
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by segmenting the grapefruits and dicing the avocados.
- In a large bowl, mix the greens as a base.
- Gently fold in the grapefruit segments and diced avocados.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider tossing in toasted nuts or seeds. - Crumbled feta cheese can enhance flavor with a salty touch. - Fresh herbs like cilantro or mint can be added for extra aroma.