Avocado, Grapefruit and Fennel Salad
Bright, zesty, and incredibly refreshing, the Avocado, Grapefruit and Fennel Salad is a perfect addition to any meal. This vibrant dish combines creamy avocado with tangy grapefruit and crisp fennel for an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant family gatherings, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to be served as a side or a light main course, it’s a healthy option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Enjoy it fresh, or prep the ingredients ahead of time for a quick grab-and-go meal solution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 pink grapefruits, peeled and segmented
- 2 handfuls lightweight greens (pea shoots, baby spinach, or watercress)
- Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 teaspoon grainy brown mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced fennel, avocado chunks, grapefruit segments, and chosen greens.
- Drizzle 3-4 tablespoons of dressing over the salad.
- Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Top with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- For the dressing: Mix grapefruit juice, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, minced shallot, brown mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake well to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 8mg