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Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad

📋 Modified: Nov 6, 2024 Published: Jul 20, 2022 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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This Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad combines tangy citrus, creamy avocado, and crunchy pistachios for a refreshing win. It is a healthy salad that comes together in minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch. Loaded with fresh flavors, it’s a simple way to enjoy seasonal ingredients!

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Making Grapefruit Avocado Salad is quick and straightforward. Slicing fresh grapefruit releases a light citrus aroma, while the creamy avocado adds a smooth contrast. The pistachios bring a satisfying crunch, and everything comes together in just minutes. With minimal prep and no cooking, this salad is an easy, fresh option for a healthy meal or side.

If you like this lunch idea, you may also love our Egg and Avocado Salad or our Char-Grilled Peach Salad.

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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Quick to Prepare: Ready in just 15 minutes!
  • Versatile: Perfect for a family dinner or for entertaining.
  • Light & Fresh: Ideal for a nutritious lunch that won't weigh you down.

Ingredients

  • Arugula: We love this peppery cruciferous green and eat it often.
  • Grapefruit: We prefer the red grapefruit variety. They're a bit sweeter!
  • Avocado: Make sure to pick a fully ripened avocado. It should be dark brown in color and give a little when you squeeze it.
  • Pistachios: We keep a supply of these in our freezer. It is best for long-term storage and they make great salad toppers.
  • Poppyseed dressing - Slightly sweet and tangy.

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Arugula: Swap for baby spinach or spring mix for a milder flavor.
  • Grapefruit: Try orange or blood orange for a different kind of citrus twist.
  • Pistachios: Pine nuts or slivered almonds would make a great substitute for pistachios.
  • No Lettuce: Many people prefer this salad without lettuce. The grapefruit and avocado can marinate in the dressing and it makes a great.
  • Add-ins: Add fennel for a licorice-like undertone.

How to Make this Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad

Step One: Prepare the Base

Lay out the arugula evenly in a large salad bowl, creating a vibrant green bed for your ingredients.

Step Two: Add the Citrus and Avocado

Distribute the peeled and sectioned grapefruit and sliced avocado over the arugula, arranging them for both taste and presentation.

Step Three: Add Crunch

Sprinkle the crushed pistachios across the salad, adding texture and a nutty flavor.

Step Four: Dress It Up

Drizzle the poppyseed dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine all the ingredients. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Add a squeeze of grapefruit juice or lemon over the avocado slices to keep them from browning.
✔️ DO Add dressing to the salad right before serving to prevent the lettuce from getting soggy.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh, but if needed, store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one day.

Recipe FAQs

How can I make this Grapefruit Avocado Salad kid-friendly?

To make this salad more appealing to kids, consider substituting grapefruit with sweeter citrus fruits like oranges or mandarins, which are generally more kid-friendly due to their sweetness and less bitter flavor.

Is Grapefruit Avocado Salad suitable for a weight loss diet?

Yes, Grapefruit Avocado Salad can be a great addition to a weight loss diet. It's low in calories yet high in fiber and healthy fats, which can help keep you feeling full longer. Choose a low-calorie dressing as an alternative.

Arugula Citrus Salad with Grapefruit and Avocado in a black bowl.

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Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad

Jami Powell
This Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad combines tangy citrus, creamy avocado, and crunchy pistachios for a refreshing win. It is a healthy salad that comes together in minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch. Loaded with fresh flavors, it’s a simple way to enjoy seasonal ingredients!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 249 kcal

Equipment

  • Salad bowl
  • Salad tongs
  • Colander
  • Oil and vinegar dispensers
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 5 ounces of arugula
  • 2 grapefruits peeled and sectioned
  • 1 large avocado peeled, pitted, and sliced
  • ¼ cup crushed pistachios

Dressing

  • ¼ cup poppyseed dressing

Instructions
 

  • In a large salad bowl, spread the arugula as the base.
  • Add the sectioned grapefruit and sliced avocado on top of the arugula.
  • Sprinkle the crushed pistachios evenly over the salad.
  • Drizzle the poppyseed dressing over the salad.
  • Gently toss all the ingredients together until well mixed.
  • Serve immediately for best freshness.

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Notes

Storage Best enjoyed fresh, but if needed, store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one day.
Freeze This dish is not freezer friendly.
Reheat No reheating required.
Substitutions
  • Arugula: Swap for baby spinach or spring mix for a milder flavor.
  • Grapefruit: Try orange or blood orange for a different kind of citrus twist.
  • Pistachios: Pine nuts or slivered almonds would make a great substitute for pistachios.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition

Calories: 249kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 146mgPotassium: 632mgFiber: 7gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 2428IUVitamin C: 51mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
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