Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring half-sliced citrus fruits and creamy avocado tossed in a lightly sweet honey vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs whole navel orange, peeled and halved, whole grapefruit, peeled and halved, medium ripe avocado, sliced 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 210 calories and feeds 4, 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 whole navel orange, peeled and halved
- 1 whole grapefruit, peeled and halved
- 1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the dressing by whisking together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and emulsified.
- Step 2: On a large salad plate, arrange 4 cups mixed salad greens as the base.
- Step 3: Carefully slice 1 peeled navel orange and 1 peeled grapefruit into half-moon shapes by cutting each half crosswise about 1/4 inch thick, then arrange the citrus slices evenly over the greens.
- Step 4: Fan out 1 medium ripe avocado sliced lengthwise over the top of the salad.
- Step 5: Drizzle the honey vinaigrette evenly over the salad ingredients.
- Step 6: Sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds on top for crunch and serve immediately for a bright, fresh salad.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium ripe avocado, sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Half-Cut Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey Vinaigrette vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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