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Overhead image of slices of grapefruit, oranges and avocados arranged on a white and blue plate topped with herbs and nuts. Plates, herbs and vinaigrette set off to the side.

Avocado Grapefruit Salad

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5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Yield 4 –6 servings
Category Salad
Cuisine American
Author Lauren Grant

Description

This fresh salad is creamy, tart, fresh, and even a bit crunchy. It makes the perfect side, especially in the winter when citrus is at its peak.

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Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 2 avocados sliced ¼-inch thick
  • 2 grapefruit supremed (segmented)
  • 2 oranges I prefer Cara Cara, supremed (segmented)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons toasted and chopped hazelnuts or toasted slivered almonds
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens

For the vinaigrette:

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced scallion whites
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

  • Arrange avocado slices in a single layer on a large plate, then place grapefruit segments and orange segments evenly over top. Sprinkle cilantro, mint, hazelnuts, and scallions over top. For the vinaigrette, whisk together oil, vinegar, scallion whites, Dijon, honey, salt, and pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.

Notes

To supreme citrus, check out this how-to video.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3.5gFat: 18.5gSaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 312mgFiber: 9gSugar: 15g
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