Grapefruit Onion and Basil Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Grapefruit Onion and Basil Salad—a vibrant combination of juicy grapefruit segments, paper-thin red onion, and fragrant fresh basil. Drizzled with a simple yet elegant dressing of extra virgin olive oil, honey, and tangy lemon juice, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. The sweet-and-savory flavor profile, enhanced by a hint of peppery spice, creates a balanced, palate-cleansing dish that pairs beautifully with grilled seafood, roasted chicken, or a hearty grain bowl. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a light, nutrient-packed side that screams sophisticated simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole grapefruit
- 0.5 whole red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the grapefruits, ensuring all the white pith is removed. Slice between the membranes to extract the segments, and place them in a large salad bowl. Work over the bowl to catch any juices.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the grapefruit segments in the bowl.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the salad for a burst of freshness.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the grapefruit, onion, and basil mixture. Gently toss everything together to combine without breaking apart the grapefruit segments.
Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy this light and refreshing dish as a side or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 594 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
