North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing
A refreshing salad blending sweet citrus, creamy avocado, and crisp greens with a bright honey-lime dressing, perfect for light meals or sides. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, large, peeled and sliced navel orange, medium, peeled and segmented grapefruit for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 large, peeled and sliced navel orange
- 1 medium, peeled and segmented grapefruit
- 1, peeled, pitted, and sliced ripe avocado
- 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp, fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well emulsified to make the dressing.
- Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 large peeled and sliced navel orange, 1 medium peeled and segmented grapefruit, 1 sliced ripe avocado, and 1/4 thinly sliced red onion.
- Step 3: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly without bruising the avocado.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted pepitas over the top for crunch and serve immediately as a bright, fresh side or light lunch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing 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 North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing?
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 mixed salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing?
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 North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing 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.
What goes well with North Dallas Citrus and Avocado Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved the refreshing taste. Made it for my family and they all asked for the recipe.
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Great balance of flavors. The avocado added a creamy texture without overpowering the citrus.
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The honey-lime dressing was perfect with the citrus and avocado.