Carlos Conrique's Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Carlos Conrique's Salad
1500 min.
8
263kcal

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Prepare to be tantalized by a burst of flavors with Carlos Conrique's Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that makes the perfect accompaniment to any meal. This delightful salad is not only vegetarian but also vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone at your table can indulge without worry.

This colorful medley features the creaminess of California avocados, the crispness of fresh Boston and red-leaf lettuce, and the tangy sweetness of grapefruit, making each bite a true celebration of taste and texture. The addition of passion fruit or orange juice in the dressing adds a tropical flair that elevates the dish to new heights, while lightly fried corn tortillas provide a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the tender greens and juicy fruit.

Perfect as a side dish, antipasto, starter, or light snack, this salad not only pleases the palate but also pleases the eye with its stunning appearance, thanks to the optional nasturtium blossoms that lend a pop of color and a hint of peppery flavor. With a prep time of just 25 minutes, Carlos Conrique's Salad is an easily achievable culinary delight that brings a taste of the sunny Mediterranean to your dining table. Try this recipe for your next gathering and watch your guests marvel at the freshness and creativity of the ingredients!

Ingredients

  •  avocado 
  • cups boston lettuce 
  • 6-inch corn tortillas cut in half, then cut crosswise into 1-inch-wide strips ()
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  passion fruit rum ripe
  • large ruby grapefruit red (preferably )
  • cups red-leaf lettuce 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • cup vegetable oil 
  • 16  frangelico 
  • 16  frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep 10-inch heavy skillet until hot but not smoking, then fry tortilla strips, about 8 at a time, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes.
  2. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  3. Halve passion fruit crosswise and spoon seeds and pulp into a bowl.
  4. Whisk in sugar, lime juice, and salt, then add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
  5. Cut peel, including all white pith, from grapefruit with a sharp knife and, working over another bowl, cut sections free from membranes.
  6. Pour off juices from bowl and whisk 3 tablespoons into dressing.
  7. Quarter avocados lengthwise, then pit and peel.
  8. Cut into bite-size pieces.
  9. Toss lettuces, grapefruit sections, avocados, and nasturtiums with dressing in a large salad bowl.
  10. Add tortilla strips and toss to combine.
  11. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories263kcal
Protein5.57%
Fat52.49%
Carbs41.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.95
Glycemic Load
7.9
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.437391488448%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.04mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.4mg
Naringenin
27.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.78mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.41kcal
13.17%
Fat:16.48g
25.35%
Saturated Fat:2.41g
15.05%
Carbohydrates:29.63g
9.88%
Net Carbohydrates:20.96g
7.62%
Sugar:10.49g
11.65%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:171.93mg
7.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.94g
7.88%
Vitamin A:4224.94IU
84.5%
Vitamin K:87.13µg
82.98%
Vitamin C:39.63mg
48.04%
Fiber:8.67g
34.66%
Folate:83.9µg
20.97%
Potassium:579.39mg
16.55%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.3%
Vitamin E:2.13mg
14.21%
Phosphorus:133.01mg
13.3%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.77%
Magnesium:48.96mg
12.24%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.16%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.93%
Vitamin B3:1.84mg
9.18%
Copper:0.18mg
9.14%
Iron:1.59mg
8.82%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.01%
Calcium:60.93mg
6.09%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.09%
Selenium:2.18µg
3.12%
Source:Epicurious