Easy Grapefruit Avocado Salad

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

5 from 1 vote

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!

Prep Time15

Cook Time0

Total Time15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 249kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

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.

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.

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