Description
A bright, refreshing Citrus Avocado Salad that bursts with color, flavor, and crunch. Juicy citrus segments, creamy avocado, and crisp greens come together with a zesty honey-lime dressing — a light, feel-good salad that wakes up your taste buds.
Ingredients
4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
2 oranges, peeled and segmented
1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted almonds or pistachios
2 tbsp crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
**For the dressing:**
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Arrange greens in a large salad bowl or platter.
3. Top with orange and grapefruit segments, avocado slices, red onion, nuts, and cheese.
4. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
5. Toss lightly to combine and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Swap in blood oranges for extra color and sweetness.
Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a protein boost.
Perfect as a side salad for seafood or light pasta dishes — or as a refreshing standalone meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: citrus avocado salad, honey lime dressing, refreshing salad, healthy lunch, summer salad