Red Grapefruit, Golden Beet and Avocado Salad

Brenda Lanzilli

Stunning and Refreshing would be the first two adjectives that come to mind when describing this Golden Beet, Grapefruit and Avocado Salad. Perfect for lunch or brunch as well as dinner, this super healthy citrus salad is bound to please everyone who lays their eyes on it! It's love at first sight, but just wait till you take the first bite....

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Prep Time 20

Course Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Salad

Servings

Calories 246 kcal

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups Red Leaf Lettuce rinsed and roughly chopped
2 Golden Beets roasted and sliced
3 Ruby Red Grapefruits peel and pith removed, sliced
2 Avocados large dice
2 oz goat cheese or feta

Dressing

2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Shallot minced
1 tsp Dijon Mustard
1 tsp Honey
2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp Chives minced
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Assemble Dressing

Heat non stick skillet over low heat. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add shallots and saute for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Transfer oil and shallots to mixing bowl. Add remaining ingredients and whisk to combine. Set aside.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper to preference.

Assemble Salad

In large salad bowl or serving platter, layer the lettuce.
Layer in whichever way you choose the golden beet slices and grapefruit slices.
Toss the avocado in the dressing to prevent quick oxidation (browning) and add to the salad.
Drizzle remaining dressing over salad and add crumbled goat cheese on top.
Best served within two hours of assembling.

Notes

Nutrition Facts are Estimates

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 76mgPotassium: 615mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3017IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 1mg

Keyword avocado, beets, citrus, golden beets, grapefruit, grapefruit beet and avocado salad, healthy, light, refreshing, ruby red grapefruit, salad, vegetarian

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