JENNIFER'S FENNEL AND GRAPEFRUIT SUMMER SALAD

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Jennifer's Fennel and Grapefruit Summer Salad image

Fresh and citrusy salad of fennel, red onions, hearts of palm, grapefruit, and gorgonzola tossed in a grapefruit vinaigrette - perfect and refreshing for the warm weather!

Provided by jkoltov

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 bulb fennel, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 (15 ounce) can hearts of palm, drained and sliced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced

Steps:

  • Place grapefruit slices and any leftover juices in a bowl. Stir in onion, fennel, and hearts of palm, coating with the grapefruit juice. Pour mixture into another bowl, leaving a small amount of juice in the first bowl. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in the original bowl. Toss lettuce with the vinaigrette.
  • Divide lettuce onto 4 plates. Evenly distribute the grapefruit mixture on top of the lettuce and top with the Gorgonzola cheese. Place avocado slices on each salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 597.8 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

David Nadeau
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes. This one definitely fits the bill!


shawon hawlader
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


GameNWB
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This salad is a great way to show off your culinary skills. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.


Sajid Khan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love the unique flavor combination.


Dipson Nepali
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and it travels well.


MURSHAD LOG
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients that come together to create a delicious and refreshing dish.


Brian Christie
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fennel and grapefruit. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Hadi Ammar
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Allahdad Rind
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very healthy, with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.


bonface macharia
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I'm not a huge fan of fennel, but I really enjoyed this salad. The grapefruit and mint really helped to balance out the flavor of the fennel.


Dishmi Jayathilaka
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love the way the fennel and grapefruit complement each other.


Naqibullah Mohammadzy
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The fennel is crisp and refreshing, the grapefruit is tart and tangy, and the mint and honey add a nice sweetness. It's a perfect summer salad!


Rigina Lovelast
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This salad is a refreshing and unique summer dish. The fennel and grapefruit pair perfectly together, and the mint and honey add a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!