Description
Citrus Avocado Salad with Pistachios and Mint is a refreshing and vibrant dish that highlights the beauty of winter citrus. This salad is an explosion of flavors, featuring creamy avocado, zesty citrus fruits, and crunchy pistachios, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Perfect as a light appetizer or a side dish to complement grilled proteins, this salad is not only delicious but also visually stunning. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a delightful medley that is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy it at brunch, parties, or simply as a healthy lunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 blood oranges
- 2 cara cara oranges
- 1 tangelo
- 1 grapefruit
- 2 avocados
- 2 tablespoons roasted salted pistachios
- Fresh mint leaves
- Flaky sea salt
- Vinaigrette (orange juice, lemon juice, shallot, champagne vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, olive oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, shallot, champagne vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Slowly add olive oil while whisking until smooth.
- On a serving platter, arrange sliced citrus fruits followed by thinly sliced avocados.
- Drizzle vinaigrette over the top and sprinkle with mint leaves and chopped pistachios.
- Finish with flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg