Description

This citrus avocado salad is a vibrant, refreshing, and healthy dish that combines creamy avocado with juicy segments of citrus fruits like blood orange, grapefruit, and Cara Cara oranges. Tossed in a simple vinaigrette with olive oil, honey, and red wine vinegar, it’s the perfect light side or main salad packed with nutrients, color, and flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

2 blood oranges: adds vibrant color and tangy sweetness
1 grapefruit: provides a tart balance to the sweet citrus
2 Cara Cara oranges: adds mild sweetness and vibrant color
2 ripe avocados: brings creamy texture and healthy fats
1 small shallot, minced: adds a mild onion flavor to the dressing
3 tablespoons olive oil: provides smooth richness
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar: adds acidity and balance
1 teaspoon honey: offers a touch of natural sweetness
Salt and freshly ground black pepper: enhances all flavors
Fresh mint or basil leaves: adds herbal freshness and aroma

Instructions

Prepare the citrus by cutting away the peel and pith from the blood oranges, grapefruit, and Cara Cara oranges. Slice into rounds or segments.
Halve and pit the avocados, then carefully remove the flesh and slice thinly.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced shallot, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Arrange the citrus slices and avocado on a serving platter, alternating colors for a visually appealing presentation.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad, then sprinkle with fresh herbs just before serving.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and creamy texture of the avocados alongside the zesty citrus.

Notes

Use a variety of citrus for more color and complexity.
Slice the avocados just before serving to prevent browning.
Chill the citrus before assembling for extra refreshment.
Prepare the dressing and citrus segments up to 24 hours in advance.
Top with toasted nuts or cheese for added flavor and texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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