Fresh Hotel Citrus & Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A vibrant salad of mixed greens, ripe avocado, and juicy citrus segments, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette for a refreshing meal that's perfect for a sunny day. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, diced avocado, peeled and sliced blood orange segments 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 250 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

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1, diced avocado
• 1/2 cup, peeled and sliced blood orange segments
• 1/2 cup, peeled and sliced grapefruit segments
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1 diced avocado, 1/2 cup blood orange segments, 1/2 cup grapefruit segments, and 1/4 cup sliced red onion.
2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified and slightly thickened.
3. Step 3: Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated, ensuring the avocado remains intact.
4. Step 4: Top with 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves and serve immediately to prevent browning.