Best 6 Avocado Tangerine Salad Recipes

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AvocadoAvocados and tangerines are two refreshing and versatile fruits that make a delicious combination in a salad. Avocados are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins, while tangerines provide a burst of sweetness and vitamin C. Together, they create a salad that is both satisfying and nutritious. When choosing avocados for this salad, look for ripe ones that are slightly firm to the touch. Tangerines, on the other hand, should be plump and juicy. For the perfect balance of flavors, use a blend of sweet and tart tangerines.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE AVOCADO SALAD WITH TANGERINE DRESSING



Apple Avocado Salad with Tangerine Dressing image

This easy salad is perfect for a hot day and it is very filling. You wouldn't think this mixture of apples, avocados, blue cheese, and tangerine dressing would go together, but it's wonderful!

Provided by Donna Smally

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10 ounce) package baby greens
¼ cup chopped red onion
½ cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 apple - peeled, cored and sliced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
4 mandarin oranges, juiced
½ lemon, juiced
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the baby greens, red onion, walnuts, blue cheese, and lemon zest. Mix in the apple and avocado just before serving.
  • In a container with a lid, mix the mandarin orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Drizzle over the salad as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 73.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

AVOCADO AND TANGERINE SALAD WITH JALAPEñO VINAIGRETTE



Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette image

Provided by Ed Kenny

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Side     Feta     Avocado     Arugula     Hot Pepper     Summer     Healthy     Tangerine     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh tangerine juice
1 jalapeño
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 avocados, sliced
4 tangerines or clementines, peeled, sliced into rounds
6 cups purslane, arugula, or watercress, thick stems trimmed
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
2 ounces feta, crumbled (about 1/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Simmer tangerine juice in a small saucepan until syrupy and reduced to about 2 tablespoons, 5-8 minutes. Let cool.
  • Heat a small heavy skillet over mediumhigh heat. Cook jalapeño, turning occasionally, until blistered and charred all over, about 8 minutes. (Alternatively, roast jalapeño directly over gas flame, turning occasionally.) Let cool; remove stem, skin, and seeds, then finely chop.
  • Whisk shallot, vinegar, reduced tangerine juice, and half of jalapeñ:o in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Whisk in vegetable oil, then olive oil. Add remaining jalapeño, if desired. Set vinaigrette aside.
  • Toss avocados, tangerines, purslane, mint, and vinaigrette in a large bowl; top with feta.
  • DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.

TUNA, FENNEL, AVOCADO, AND TANGERINE SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



Tuna, Fennel, Avocado, and Tangerine Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette image

Provided by Cathy Halter

Categories     Fruit     Leafy Green     Tuna     Avocado     Fennel     Healthy     Tangerine     Self

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 ounces sushi-grade tuna
1/8 teaspoon olive oil
1 head frisée (about 10 ounces), leaves separated
1 fennel bulb, stemmed and sliced (fronds reserved)
2 blood oranges (or navel oranges), peel, pith and seeds removed, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch slices (juice reserved)
2 seedless tangerines, peel and pith removed, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch slices (juice reserved)
3/4 avocado, cut into 1/8-inch slices
Dressing
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (preferably from Meyer lemons)
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh blood orange juice (or fresh orange juice)
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh tangerine juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Champagne vinegar
1/2 shallot, minced
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon tangerine zest
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Brush tuna with oil; sear 1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove from grill; set aside to cool.
  • Dressing
  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl; whisk until blended. Stir in zests. Add salt and pepper. Toss frisée with 1 tablespoon dressing. Divide frisée between 2 bowls; surround frisée with fennel slices. Top with orange, tangerine and avocado. Drizzle each bowl with 1 tablespoon dressing. Thinly slice tuna and place half on top of each salad. Top with fennel fronds.

AVOCADO TANGERINE SALAD



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This perky orange and green salad is drizzled with a tangy mustard dressing. It's so quick and easy, yet good, that it great for a weeknight dinner or a company meal.-Francis Garland, Anniston, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 small garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled
4 tangerines, peeled and sectioned
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Divide salad greens among eight plates. Slice avocados; arrange avocados and tangerines over greens. Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with cheese and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APPLE AVOCADO SALAD WITH TANGERINE DRESSING



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Categories     Apple     Avocado     Citrus

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (10 ounce) baby greens
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
2 1/2 teaspoons (divided) lemon zest
1 recipe - 1 apple, peeled, cored and sliced
1 recipe - 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
1 recipe - 4 mandarin oranges, juiced
1 recipe - 1/2 lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 recipe (to taste) salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the baby greens, red onion, walnuts, blue cheese, and lemon zest.
  • Mix in the apple and avocado just before serving.
  • n a container with a lid, mix the mandarin orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Drizzle over the salad as desired.

AVOCADO FRUIT SALAD WITH TANGERINE VINAIGRETTE



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On long summer days when we just want to relax, I make a cool salad with avocado, berries and mint. The tangerine dressing is refreshingly different. -Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and thinly sliced
3 medium mangoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blackberries
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon grated tangerine or orange zest
1/4 cup tangerine or orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange avocados and fruit on a serving plate; sprinkle with mint and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended; drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 23g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Select ripe avocados: For the best flavor and texture, choose avocados that are firm but slightly yielding to the touch. Avoid avocados that are too soft or have blemishes.
  • Use a variety of citrus fruits: While tangerines are a classic choice for this salad, feel free to experiment with other citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruit, or lemons. Each type of citrus will bring its own unique flavor profile to the dish.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light vinaigrette or drizzle of olive oil is all you need to enhance the flavors of the salad. Too much dressing can overwhelm the delicate flavors of the avocado and citrus.
  • Add some crunch: To add texture and contrast to the salad, consider adding some chopped nuts, seeds, or croutons. Walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds are all great options.
  • Serve immediately: Avocado salad is best enjoyed fresh. Once the avocado is cut, it will start to brown, so serve the salad as soon as possible after preparation.

Conclusion:

Avocado tangerine salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests. Whether you are looking for a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a refreshing snack, avocado tangerine salad is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, give this one a try!

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