Whipped Avocado and Citrus Salad with Toasted Almonds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

A vibrant salad featuring whipped creamy avocado balanced with tangy orange segments and crunchy toasted almonds for texture and flavor contrast. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe avocado, fresh orange segments, toasted sliced almonds 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

• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1 cup fresh orange segments
• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, mash 1 medium ripe avocado vigorously with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
2. Step 2: Gently fold in 1 cup fresh orange segments, taking care not to break them apart to preserve juiciness.
3. Step 3: Transfer the avocado-citrus mixture to a serving bowl and sprinkle evenly with 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds for crunch.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish with bright citrus notes and creamy texture.