Calling all food enthusiasts! Are you looking to tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing and vibrant salad? Look no further! The combination of juicy pink grapefruit, creamy avocado, and peppery watercress creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This delightful salad not only packs a flavor punch but is also packed with essential nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The sweet and tangy grapefruit provides a burst of vitamin C, while the creamy avocado offers healthy fats and fiber. Paired with the slightly bitter watercress, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. So, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect pink grapefruit avocado and watercress salad.
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PINK GRAPEFRUIT, AVOCADO AND POMEGRANATE SALAD WITH NASTURTIUM FLOWERS
Provided by Olivia Snaije
Categories weekday, salads and dressings
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel grapefruits with a sharp knife, cutting away all white pith. Cut between membranes into individual segments, and place in a bowl along with any juices. Halve avocados, removing peel and pits. Slice into thin wedges and add to bowl with basil. Cut pomegranate crosswise. Holding a half cut-side down over bowl, hit the back side until all seeds have been released, then repeat with other half. Season with salt to taste, and toss lightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, mustard and pomegranate molasses, and season with salt to taste. Toss salad with dressing. Divide among individual plates, sprinkle with sumac and garnish with nasturtium flowers.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 452, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 852 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PINK GRAPEFRUIT, AVOCADO, AND WATERCRESS SALAD
Provided by Skye Gyngell
Categories Salad Citrus Fruit Pork Vegetable Appetizer Side Roast Grapefruit Ham Avocado Prosciutto Watercress Peanut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Dressing:
- First make the dressing. Combine the mustard and sherry vinegar in a bowl and add a pinch each of salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil, followed by the hazelnut oil to emulsify, then set aside.
- Salad:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Place the nuts on a baking sheet and roast in the middle of the oven for 3 to 4 minutes to warm and release their flavor. Turn into a cloth and rub gently to remove the skins, then roughly chop the nuts.
- For the salad, wash the watercress and gently pat dry. Peel the grapefruit, removing all the pith, then cut out the segments over a large bowl to catch the juice as well as the segments. Halve, pit, and peel the avocado, then cut into slices, similar in size to the grapefruit. Add to the grapefruit with the watercress and toss gently with your fingers to mix.
- If the dressing has separated on standing, give it a whisk, then drizzle half of it over the salad and toss lightly, so you don't break up the avocado or grapefruit. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Arrange the salad on a plate, interleaving the prosciutto slices and romano if using, with the watercress, grapefruit, and avocado. Sprinkle with the minced parsley and drizzle over the remaining dressing. Finally, scatter over the hazelnuts and serve.
AVOCADO AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 sevrings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
- Before serving, cut the avocados in 1/2, remove the seeds, and carefully peel off the skin. Cut each half into 4 thick slices. Toss the avocado slices in the vinaigrette to prevent them from turning brown. Use a large, sharp knife to slice the peel off the grapefruits (be sure to remove all the white pith), then cut between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments.
- Arrange the avocado slices around the edge of a large platter. Arrange the grapefruit segments in the center. Spoon the vinaigrette on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.
AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT SALAD
I got this from my MIL who got it in a pamphlet with some exotic pink grapefruit from Florida. That was 30 years ago and pink (much less Ruby Red) grapefruit were still a rarity in the stores.
Provided by Countrywife
Categories Citrus
Time 13m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix everything together.
- I usually mix the grapefruit pieces and juice with the mayo first to thin it down and then add the avocado and lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 133.2, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 6.2, Protein 2.8
PINK-GRAPEFRUIT AND AVOCADO SALAD
This refreshing salad really perks up winter lunches and dinners.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Use a sharp knife to cut skin (and white pith) from grapefruits; cut into segments, reserving juice.
- Place lettuce in a large bowl with avocado. Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons reserved grapefruit juice, olive oil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper; toss gently. Top with grapefruit segments.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g
GRAPEFRUIT AND WATERCRESS SALAD
This deceptively simple and well-balanced salad combines a variety of flavors and textures -- tart, creamy, peppery -- and comes together in a snap.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, and oil until combined.
- Peel and cut grapefruit into segments (reserve juice for another use). Add watercress, avocado, and grapefruit to bowl with dressing. Season with salt and pepper; toss gently to combine. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g
AVOCADO AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD
A tangy and refreshing grapefruit salad with beautiful color combination. Adapted from Barefoot Contessa.
Provided by purplerose
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine lemon juice, Dijon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil until vinaigrette is emulsified.
- Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and carefully peel off skin. Cut each half into 4 thick slices. Toss in vinaigrette to prevent them from turning brown.
- Peel grapefruit skin and all the white pith with a large, sharp knife. Cut between membranes to release the grapefruit segments.
- Arrange avocado slices evenly around the edge of a large platter, then arrange grapefruit segments in the center. Spoon vinaigrette over top, then sprinkle with more salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 676 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
AVOCADO, PINK GRAPEFRUIT AND MACHE SALAD
Amounts are suggestions only. You can use lettuce or mixed greens instead of mache. Use pink or ruby grapefruit. As AmandaInOz suggested, I am revising this recipe to include a Dijon dressing. I like Trader Joe's Dijon mustard with white wine.
Provided by coconutty
Categories Citrus
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- For the mustard vinaigrette:.
- In the salad bowl, mix mustard well with oil; add juice and continue to blend until thoroughly blended.
- For the salad:.
- Peel, section and de-membrane the grapefruit and place in salad bowl.
- Add sliced avocado and a few handfuls of mache leaves or greens.
- Toss gently.
- Salt to taste.
- Sometimes I simply halve the grapefruit and scoop out the sections with a grapefruit spoon. This is messier and less attractive than carefully removing all the membranes of each grapefruit section, but it saves a little time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.6, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 35.1, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 9.4, Protein 3.1
AVOCADO AND PINK GRAPEFRUIT SALAD WITH CORIANDER
Grapefruit cuts through fatty avocado in this simple salad idea.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Salad Leafy Green Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Dinner Lunch Grapefruit Avocado Healthy Low Cholesterol Soy Sauce Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using small sharp knife, cut off peel and white pith from 1 grapefruit. Cut grapefruit crosswise into 4 slices. Cut second grapefruit in half and squeeze enough juice to measure 3 tablespoons. Whisk juice, olive oil, and next 6 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Toss greens with 2 tablespoons dressing in medium bowl and divide between 2 plates. Arrange grapefruit slices and avocado alongside and spoon remaining dressing over.
Tips:
- Select ripe avocados: Ensure your avocados are ripe but not overly soft. They should yield to gentle pressure when you press them.
- Prepare the grapefruit segments properly: Carefully remove the grapefruit segments from their membranes to avoid bitterness.
- Use fresh watercress: Look for vibrant, green watercress with crisp leaves. Avoid any wilted or yellowing leaves.
- Make a flavorful dressing: Combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to create a balanced and flavorful dressing that complements the salad ingredients.
- Season the salad well: Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring each bite is well-balanced.
- Serve immediately: Serve the salad immediately after assembling to maintain its freshness and crunchiness.
Conclusion:
The pink grapefruit, avocado, and watercress salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that offers a unique combination of flavors and textures. The vibrant colors of the grapefruit and avocado contrast beautifully with the peppery bite of the watercress, creating a visually appealing salad. The zesty dressing adds a tangy and slightly sweet touch, complementing the natural flavors of the ingredients. Overall, this salad is a healthy and flavorful choice that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, side dish, or even as a main course when paired with a protein of your choice.
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