Wing It Grapefruit and Greens Salad for 2
Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, the Wing It Grapefruit and Greens Salad for 2 is the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and sophisticated flair. This refreshing salad combines mixed greens like arugula, spinach, and baby kale with juicy ruby red grapefruit segments, creamy avocado, and paper-thin slices of red onion. Toasted slivered almonds add a delightful crunch, while a tangy homemade dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of grapefruit juice ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant dish is ideal for a light lunch or an impressive starter for date night. Perfectly balanced between sweet, tangy, and nutty, it’ll make you “wing it” to salad perfection every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and baby kale)
- 1 large Ruby red grapefruit
- 1 medium Avocado
- 0.25 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Almonds (slivered, toasted)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse and pat dry the mixed greens, then set them aside in a large salad bowl.
2. Using a sharp knife, peel the grapefruit by cutting off both ends and slicing away the outer peel and white pith. Cut between the membranes to segment the fruit, placing the segments in a small bowl and reserving any juice for the dressing.
3. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Slice it into thin wedges.
4. Thinly slice the red onion into fine rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
5. Toast the slivered almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
6. In a small jar or bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 0.25 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, and any reserved grapefruit juice. Shake or whisk well to emulsify the dressing.
7. Arrange the mixed greens in the salad bowl, distributing the grapefruit segments, avocado slices, and red onion evenly on top.
8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is lightly coated.
9. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad as a final garnish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1528 mg | 33% | |
*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.
