Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Grapefruit, Avocado, and Red Onion Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

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Creamy and mellow avocado juxtaposed against the crunchy bite of red onion,with a juicy burst of sweet-tart grapefruit all come together to create a fresh, clean, healthy and absolutely delicious salad.  Wonderful both as a starter or as a side to a piece of grilled fish or chicken, you will love the ease and beauty of this salad.  It's always the first to go when it's on a buffet, and people clamor for the recipe.  How often does a salad make you feel like a rock star?  Not often enough, but if you're craving a little attention, bring this to your next potluck or serve it on your Easter buffet, and await the applause!
Grapefult, Avocado, and Red Onion Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Printable recipe
4 grapefruit, sectioned
2-3 avocados, diced
1/2 red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey, optional
Salt to taste

Prepare vinaigrette: comebine lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, if using, and whisk together.  Add salt to taste; set aside.
Section grapefruit and place into large bowl.
Slice onion and add to grapefruit.
Last, peel and dice avocado, add to grapefruit and onion, drizzle on vinaigrette, and gently toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

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9 comments:

  1. Sounds refreshing! I love fruits salad rather than vegetables:D

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  2. This is a refreshing and appetizing looking salad! A plate of this would be lovely!

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  3. I love when the salad has a mix of fruits and veggies. It is a beautiful alternation of flavors!

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  4. My grandmother use to make a salad like this many years ago, when we lived in CA. This looks lovely, and sounds delicious.

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  5. Oh, I love it...so bright and enticing. I think I need to feel like a rock star :)

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  6. What a gorgeous salad. It really looks delicious. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  7. I love the flavor combo ... I must say this is the first time I've seen grapefruit in a salad ... it must be delicious!

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  8. I want to eat like a rock star! This looks refreshing and delicious Louanne!

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