Best 10 California Citrus Avocado Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors, where California citrus and creamy avocado come together in a refreshing and vibrant salad. This delightful dish is a culinary symphony that celebrates the bounty of California's citrus groves and the velvety goodness of avocados. With its bright colors and enticing aroma, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for "California Citrus Avocado Salad," a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO CITRUS SALAD



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We have a 2-1/2-acre avocado grove. It's located on a high slope just north of town. In the distance, we see foothills covered with avocado and citrus groves. Those two crops make a great combination in this salad. Friends always request it. -Dorothy Kostas, Escondido, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
8 to 10 cups torn salad greens
2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 large grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 medium pear, thinly sliced
1 cup green grapes
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, sugar and salt. Add avocados. In a large salad bowl, toss remaining ingredients. Pour the dressing over salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

CITRUS AVOCADO SALAD



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This recipe nicely showcases grapefruit and oranges, which are at their peak around the holidays. Citrus fruits pair well with a sweet dressing. -Sonia Candler, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 cups torn salad greens
2 medium grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and cut into chunks
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon grated onion

Steps:

  • Gently toss the first five ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALIFORNIA AVOCADO SALAD



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Spread a little sunshine with this easy salad. Just four ingredients drizzled with Orange Yogurt Dressing and you have a light lunch or a pretty side to serve with dinner. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
Orange Yogurt Dressing

Steps:

  • Arrange oranges and avocados on a platter; sprinkle with pine nuts and rosemary. Drizzle dressing over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

ROASTED CITRUS AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Low Carb     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Lemon     Orange     Avocado     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 blood or Valencia orange, sliced 1/8" thick, seeds removed
1 Meyer or regular lemon, sliced 1/8" thick, seeds removed
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh Meyer or regular lemon juice
1 bunch watercress or arugula, thick stems trimmed
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1 avocado, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Toss orange and lemon slices with 1 tablespoon oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast citrus, tossing occasionally, until lightly charred in spots and starting to caramelize, 10-15 minutes. This makes the citrus flavor more complex. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine onion and lemon juice in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper and let sit 5 minutes (onion will soften a bit and get slightly sweeter and less harsh).
  • Add roasted citrus to bowl with onion along with arugula and mint. Drizzle remaining 3 tablespoons oil over; season with salt and pepper and toss everything to combine and coat.
  • Add avocado and very gently toss until lightly dressed (you don't want to crush the avocado).

CITRUS AVOCADO SPINACH SALAD



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Tossing this salad together with creamy avocado and tangy citrus is so simple, and it practically makes a meal of itself. -Karole Friemann, Kimberling City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups fresh baby spinach (about 6 ounces)
3 cups refrigerated citrus salad, drained
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
Sliced almonds, toasted, optional
Salad dressing of your choice, optional

Steps:

  • Divide spinach among 8 plates; top with citrus salad and avocados. Sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, dressing and almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AVOCADO-CITRUS SALAD WITH SWISS CHARD



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Swiss chard and mixed greens topped with citrus fruit, avocado, red onion, and cashews and drizzled with a citrus vinaigrette. You can use any combination of citrus fruits, such as grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, or pomelos.

Provided by cchristi4

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 oranges
1 grapefruit
2 clementines
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
3 cups Swiss chard, thinly sliced
½ cup very thinly sliced red onion
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and diced
½ cup roasted and salted cashews, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, remove all of the peel and pith from the citrus fruit. To section each fruit, cut between the membrane and flesh of each fruit and remove the flesh. You should have 2 cups fruit. After sectioning, squeeze the leftover membranes over a bowl to reserve the juice.
  • Combine 3 tablespoon of reserved fruit juice, olive oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper in a screw top jar. Close and shake vigorously to combine.
  • Arrange mixed greens, Swiss chard, orange, grapefruit, and clementine sections, red onion, avocado, and cashews on a large serving platter. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 163.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

AVOCADO CITRUS SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Utilizing all the components of citrus-zest, flesh, and juice-this salad is sure to brighten up any table. Avocado adds a creamy counterpoint to the tangy sweetness of the citrus, while arugula adds a peppery bite. Feel free to use a range of fruit-grapefruit and all varieties of oranges work great, as do mandarins, tangerines, and Meyer lemons. The more variety, the prettier the salad will be!

Provided by Danielle DeLott

Categories     Sides

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ½ lb mixed citrus, such as navel oranges, grapefruits, and cara cara oranges
1 shallot
1 tablespoon olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 ripe avocado, large
arugula
flaky sea salt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Wash the citrus well, then pat dry with paper towels. Use a microplane to finely grate the zest of 1 orange into a medium bowl, avoiding the bitter white pith.
  • Set the orange on a cutting board and use a sharp paring knife to cut off the top and bottom so the flesh is exposed and the fruit can sit upright. Use the knife to remove the rind from around the fruit, following the contours of the fruit and cutting carefully to remove all of the pith, but leaving as much flesh intact as possible. Holding the fruit in your non-dominant hand over a liquid measuring cup, use the knife to cut between the membranes to release the segments and transfer to a separate medium bowl. Let the juice drip into the measuring cup below as you cut. Once all of the segments have been released, squeeze the remaining juice from the membranes into the bowl. Repeat with the remaining citrus. Pour ¼ cup of the citrus juice into the bowl with the zest. Reserve the rest of the juice for another use.
  • Very thinly slice the shallot crosswise using a mandoline or very sharp knife. Add the shallot to the bowl with the zest and juice and let sit for 10 minutes to mellow the sharp flavor of the shallot.
  • Add the olive oil to the bowl with the citrus juice and shallot and whisk to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Halve the avocado lengthwise. Remove the pit. Thinly slice the flesh inside the peel lengthwise, then in half crosswise.
  • Spread the arugula on a serving platter and season with salt and pepper. Use a spoon to release the avocado slices into the bowl with the arugula, then add the citrus segments. Spoon the dressing over the salad and finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 19 grams

CLAIM JUMPERS CALIFORNIA CITRUS SALAD



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Dressing is it's own Recipe. My Husband had this at the restaurant and loved it! Source: Food Down Under

Provided by Lasko

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 ounces romaine-iceberg mixed salad greens
1 1/2 ounces mandarin orange sections
1 1/2 ounces pecans, brittle
1 1/2 pippin apples, cut 1/4-inch dice
3/4 ounce raisins
1/4 avocado, cut 1/4-inch dice
3/4 ounce dried cranberries
1/8 ounce green onion, sliced 1/4-inch
3/4 ounce blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Toss ingredients together.
  • Serve chilled with 2 oz Citrus Dressing.

AVOCADO CITRUS SALAD



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This healthy blend of fruits (including avocado) and salad items is a refreshing change from the usual greens.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 grapefruit, peel and pith removed
1 large navel orange, peel and pith removed
3 ounces baby arugula (3 cups)
2 avocados, sliced
2 radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 scallions (white and light-green parts only), thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Working over a medium bowl, cut out grapefruit and orange segments, then squeeze juice from membranes.
  • Place arugula on a platter and top with avocados, radishes, and citrus segments with juices. Drizzle with oil, top with scallions, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

AVOCADO AND CITRUS SALAD



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A guest on the UK tv show,Come Dine with Me,prepared this recipe, which she got from "New Cookery Year, Readers Digest." I tried it and enjoyed the refreshing flavors. She served this is a starter course before a fish main meal, but I ate it as a light lunch salad.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Citrus

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lemon, juice of
1/2 teaspoon caster sugar
2 teaspoons of fresh mint, chopped
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil or 3 tablespoons sunflower oil
salt, freshly ground, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
3 large Hass avocadoes, peeled, pitted, cut into slices
1 large grapefruit, peeled, cut into sections, pitted
1 large orange, peeled, cut into sections, pitted
mint sprig, to garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, caster sugar, mint and seasoning together until the sugar has dissolved; Gradually whisk in the oil.
  • 30 minutes or less before serving, slice your avocados, and prepare your citrus fruits and toss together.
  • Arrange the avocado, citrus fruits on individual serving dishes or plates and garnish with sprigs of mint; drizzle with dressing (or simply toss the dressing and the salad ingredients together and serve in a glass bowl).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.3, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 10.7, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 10, Sugar 5.4, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe avocados and citrus fruits.
  • If you don't have a citrus zester, you can use a Microplane grater.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and citrus segments up to 2 days in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator.
  • When you're ready to serve the salad, assemble it just before serving. The avocado will brown quickly if it's exposed to air.
  • If you want to add some extra protein to the salad, you can add grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp.

Conclusion:

This California Citrus Avocado Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that's perfect for a summer meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tangy, or savory, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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