Avocado Citrus Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Avocado Citrus Salad
20 min.
10
165kcal

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This Avocado Citrus Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the creamy goodness of avocados with the tangy flavors of citrus fruits. It's a perfect side dish or starter for any occasion, and it's sure to impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors and delicious flavors.

The salad features a delightful mix of ripe avocados, grapefruit, green grapes, cranberry-orange relish, and pears, all tossed together with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. The addition of walnuts provides a satisfying crunch and a boost of healthy fats. This salad is not just delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a good source of vitamins C, K, and A, as well as fiber and healthy fats.

What makes this salad truly special is the unique combination of flavors and textures. The creamy avocado provides a beautiful contrast to the tangy citrus fruits, while the sweetness of the grapes and the crunch of the walnuts add interesting dimensions to the dish. It's a salad that's both elegant and easy to prepare, making it a go-to choice for any home cook looking to impress.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish at your next dinner party or enjoying it as a light and healthy snack, this Avocado Citrus Salad is sure to become a favorite. So, why not give it a try and experience the perfect blend of freshness and flavor in every bite?

Ingredients

  • medium avocado ripe peeled sliced
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • large grapefruit peeled
  • cup grapes green
  • medium cranberry-orange relish peeled
  • medium pears thinly sliced
  • cups the salad 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, sugar and salt.
  2. Add avocados. In a large salad bowl, toss remaining ingredients.
  3. Pour the dressing over salad and gently toss to coat.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein5.22%
Fat51.29%
Carbs43.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.03
Glycemic Load
5.82
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.2652174156645%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.58mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.82mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Hesperetin
7.26mg
Naringenin
14.85mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.85kcal
8.24%
Fat:10.15g
15.62%
Saturated Fat:1.39g
8.71%
Carbohydrates:19.38g
6.46%
Net Carbohydrates:14.64g
5.32%
Sugar:11.57g
12.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:128.2mg
5.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:2.32g
4.65%
Vitamin C:37.03mg
44.88%
Fiber:4.74g
18.95%
Vitamin A:877.96IU
17.56%
Folate:60.99µg
15.25%
Vitamin K:15.52µg
14.78%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.44%
Potassium:408mg
11.66%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.8%
Copper:0.2mg
9.78%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.82%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.81%
Magnesium:27.94mg
6.98%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.42%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.41%
Phosphorus:58.66mg
5.87%
Vitamin B3:1.11mg
5.53%
Iron:0.66mg
3.66%
Calcium:33.16mg
3.32%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.25%