Grapefruit and Avocado Salad
Grapefruit and Avocado Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines the tartness of juicy grapefruit with the creamy richness of ripe avocados. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for brightening any meal, whether enjoyed as a light lunch or served at summer gatherings. Bursting with flavor and nutrients, it’s a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire that will transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh grapefruit segments (about 1 medium grapefruit)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Segment the grapefruit carefully to maximize juice retention.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice into bite-sized cubes.
- Thinly slice the red onion and add it to a mixing bowl along with grapefruit and avocado.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss the salad until combined, being careful not to mash the ingredients.
- Serve immediately on plates or directly from the bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg