Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette
45 min.
8
221kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion? This Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavors that will delight your taste buds. With creamy avocados, sweet and tangy tangerines, and a kick of heat from the jalapeño, this salad is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. It’s a great choice for a healthy side dish, an antipasti platter, or an elegant starter for your gatherings.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is ideal for anyone looking to indulge in a guilt-free meal without sacrificing flavor. The combination of fresh ingredients, including aromatic mint and nutrient-rich greens like purslane, arugula, or watercress, makes this salad a nutritious addition to your table. The homemade jalapeño vinaigrette adds an exciting zing, elevating the whole dish and bringing everything together beautifully.

Perfectly suited for casual lunches or festive dinner parties, this salad is a brilliant way to showcase seasonal produce. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a sophisticated starter, this dish is easy to prepare and comes together in just 45 minutes. Dive into a delightful culinary experience that brings sunshine to your plate with every bite!

Ingredients

  •  avocado sliced
  • 0.3 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh
  •  jalapeno 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • small shallots finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup tangerine juice fresh
  •  3 large clementines peeled sliced into rounds
  • cups watercress thick trimmed
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Simmer tangerine juice in a small saucepan until syrupy and reduced to about 2 tablespoons, 5-8 minutes.
  2. Let cool.
  3. Heat a small heavy skillet over mediumhigh heat. Cook jalapeño, turning occasionally, until blistered and charred all over, about 8 minutes. (Alternatively, roast jalapeño directly over gas flame, turning occasionally.)
  4. Let cool; remove stem, skin, and seeds, then finely chop.
  5. Whisk shallot, vinegar, reduced tangerine juice, and half of jalapeñ:o in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  6. Whisk in vegetable oil, then olive oil.
  7. Add remaining jalapeño, if desired. Set vinaigrette aside.
  8. Toss avocados, tangerines, purslane, mint, and vinaigrette in a large bowl; top with feta.
  9. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein5.29%
Fat74.12%
Carbs20.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.88
Glycemic Load
3.33
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.937391391915%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.87mg
Hesperetin
2.93mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.39mg
Kaempferol
5.87mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
7.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.65kcal
11.03%
Fat:19.19g
29.53%
Saturated Fat:3.44g
21.53%
Carbohydrates:12g
4%
Net Carbohydrates:7.44g
2.71%
Sugar:5.63g
6.25%
Cholesterol:5.56mg
1.85%
Sodium:87.44mg
3.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.08g
6.16%
Vitamin K:89.56µg
85.3%
Vitamin C:41.82mg
50.69%
Vitamin A:1091.51IU
21.83%
Fiber:4.55g
18.21%
Vitamin E:2.53mg
16.84%
Folate:59.41µg
14.85%
Potassium:458.31mg
13.09%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.24%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.4%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.14%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.38%
Calcium:90.22mg
9.02%
Phosphorus:77.26mg
7.73%
Copper:0.15mg
7.57%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.46%
Magnesium:29.54mg
7.38%
Vitamin B3:1.32mg
6.58%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.03%
Iron:0.68mg
3.79%
Selenium:1.47µg
2.1%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%
Source:Epicurious