Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a vibrant symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Grapefruit, Orange, and Avocado Salad is a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary culinary experience. Packed with bright citrus notes, creamy avocado, and a subtle kick of red onion, this recipe is about to become your new obsession – a perfect blend of refreshing, healthy, and absolutely irresistible.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Salad
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 grapefruits, segmented
- 2 oranges, segmented
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the citrus fruits by carefully segmenting the grapefruits and oranges. To do this, cut off the top and bottom of the fruits, then use a sharp knife to remove the peel and white pith completely.
- Hold the peeled fruit over a bowl and carefully cut between the membrane segments to release the citrus segments, catching any excess juice in the bowl.
- Dice the avocado into small, uniform cubes. To prevent browning, you can toss the avocado cubes with a little of the citrus juice collected from segmenting.
- Thinly slice the red onion using a sharp knife, creating delicate, translucent rings or half-rings.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the grapefruit and orange segments, diced avocado, and sliced red onion.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salad, ensuring even distribution.
- Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently toss the ingredients to mix without breaking the delicate citrus segments.
- For best flavor, let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing appetizer or light side dish.
Tips
- Segmenting Citrus Like a Pro: Use a sharp, serrated knife to remove membranes cleanly and prevent bitter pith from ruining your salad.
- Avocado Preservation: To prevent browning, toss avocado cubes in citrus juice immediately after cutting. This adds flavor and keeps your avocado looking fresh and vibrant.
- Onion Technique: Soak thinly sliced red onions in cold water for 5 minutes before adding to the salad to reduce their sharp bite and make them more palatable.
- Flavor Infusion: Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the olive oil and citrus juices to mingle and enhance the overall taste.
- Serving Suggestions: For an extra touch of elegance, garnish with fresh herbs like mint or basil, or add a sprinkle of toasted nuts for additional texture.
- Make Ahead: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep ingredients separately and combine just before serving to maintain optimal texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
