Best 7 Spinach Salad With Avocado Grapefruit Salsa Recipes

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Spinach salad with avocado grapefruit salsa is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of spinach, avocado, grapefruit, and salsa creates a delicious and nutritious meal that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This salad is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With its vibrant colors and zesty flavors, spinach salad with avocado grapefruit salsa is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BABY SPINACH, AVOCADO, GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



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This is a delicious, refreshing salad great for the summer. I love the ruby red grapefruits and this is just another way of using them. From Delicious Living magazine.

Provided by bbblampwork

Categories     Citrus

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 red grapefruits
6 cups about 5 ounces baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced into crescents
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola (optional)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup canola oil or 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • 1. To make dressing, mix together honey, vinegar, and mustard. Using a wisk, add oil in a slow stream and mix well. Stir in poppy seeds. This makes about a cup of dressing.
  • 2. Using a serrated knife, cut, and peel the membranes from grapefruit. Section fruit and throw away the membranes.
  • 3. Gently arrange spinach on individual plates. Top with sliced avocado and grapefruit sections. Drizzle 1 tablespoon dressing over each salad. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and gorgonzola, if desired.

AVOCADO AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 sevrings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil
4 ripe Hass avocados
2 large red grapefruits

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.

SPINACH AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hollyfrolly

Categories     Citrus

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 ounces spinach, fresh
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 grapefruit, peeled, seeded, sectioned
1 avocado, halved, peeled and cut into 1 inch segments
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse and stem the spinach. Pat dry or spin to remove all moisture.
  • Tear the leaves into smaller pieces.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the garlic and oil- add the spinach and toss. -Set aside at this point.
  • In a small bowl, very carefully mix together the grapefruit and the avocado and add them to the spinach.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss lightly and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.5, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 31.7, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 2.4

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRAPEFRUIT ANDERSON



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Provided by Vanessa R. Anderson

Categories     Salad     Onion     Quick & Easy     Grapefruit     Bacon     Spinach     Winter     Sesame     Gourmet     Connecticut

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 red onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 sesame seeds
1 large bunch spinach (about 1 1/4 pounds), coarse stems discarded and leaves washed well and spun dry
2 grapefruits, peel and pith cut away and sections cut free from membranes

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together vinegar, honey, and mustard and add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified.
  • In a large heavy skillet cook onion and bacon over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is pale golden and bacon is browned. Add sesame seeds and cook, stirring, until pale golden.
  • In a large serving bowl toss together spinach, grapefruit sections, and bacon mixture. Add about half of dressing and toss to combine, adding more dressing if desired.

GRAPEFRUIT SPINACH SALAD



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"My mother-in-law prepared this for us on a recent visit," relates Lee Ann Odell of Boulder, Colorado. The fresh-tasting salad of spinach and grapefruit is nicely dressed with a sweet honey mixture. "The recipe is so easy to put together, and we never have any leftovers," Lee Ann confirms.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium pink grapefruit
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Cut grapefruit in half; with a sharp knife, cut around each section to loosen fruit, reserving juice. In a salad bowl, toss the spinach, onion and grapefruit sections. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, mustard and reserved grapefruit juice; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

COLD SHRIMP SALAD



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A 'summery' cold shrimp salad without mayo that's hard to resist any time of year. Add a little lemon or vinegar to brighten the flavors, if you like.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Shrimp Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined without tail
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 sweet onion, diced
chopped fresh cilantro
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup olive oil
chili pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a large mixing bowl with red and green bell peppers, garlic, onion, cilantro, and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 177.1 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 323.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh ingredients: Use ripe avocados, grapefruits, and spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of textures: The combination of creamy avocado, juicy grapefruit, crunchy walnuts, and crisp spinach creates a delightful textural experience.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Toss the salad gently to coat the leaves evenly.
  • Serve immediately: Avocado and grapefruit can brown quickly, so it's best to serve the salad as soon as it's made.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with avocado grapefruit salsa is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and delicious combination of flavors and textures, this salad is sure to be a hit. It's also a healthy choice, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this spinach salad with avocado grapefruit salsa a try. You won't be disappointed!

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