Description
Blood Orange and Avocado Winter Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that brightens even the coldest days. This delightful salad features the sweet zest of blood oranges paired with creamy avocados, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Quick to prepare, it’s ideal for festive gatherings or as a light, nourishing meal for yourself. Whip up this colorful salad in just minutes and enjoy a burst of sunshine on your plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium blood oranges, segmented
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly. Peel blood oranges, separating them into segments.
- Halve, pit, and scoop out the flesh of the avocados into cubes.
- Rinse the sliced red onion under cold water to tone down its sharpness.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, blood orange segments, avocado cubes, and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Use tongs to mix gently without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately and enjoy fresh for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating walnuts or almonds. Experiment with other citrus fruits like grapefruit or mandarins. For an extra protein boost, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.