Charred Citrus and Avocado Salad with Tahini Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

A vibrant salad featuring charred orange and grapefruit segments with creamy avocado, dressed in a nutty tahini sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs navel orange, ruby grapefruit, ripe avocado into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 large navel orange
• 1 medium ruby grapefruit
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 4 cups baby arugula
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp warm water
• 1 small, minced garlic clove
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel 1 large navel orange and 1 medium ruby grapefruit removing all white pith. Slice fruit crosswise into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and char the citrus slices for 1-2 minutes per side until caramelized and slightly blackened.
2. Step 2: Halve and pit 1 medium ripe avocado, then slice into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Arrange 4 cups baby arugula on a large serving platter.
3. Step 3: Place the charred citrus slices and avocado slices over the arugula.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp warm water, 1 minced small garlic clove, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Drizzle the tahini dressing evenly over the salad and serve immediately for a fresh, bright combination of smoky citrus and creamy avocado.