Citrus Salad with Avocado and Feta

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Citrus Salad with Avocado and Feta

Now that summer is here, it's the perfect time to bring out my refreshing Citrus Salad with Avocado and Feta! This isn't just any salad; it’s full of color and flavor from juicy citrus fruit, creamy avocado, and salty feta, all tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. It's perfect for BBQ season and ready to serve in 20 minutes.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 240kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Ingredients

4 cups arugula , measure packed
2 oranges , I like a combo of blood and navel
1 grapefruit
1 avocado
½ cup red onion , thinly sliced
¼ - ½ cup crumbled feta , dairy free if preferred
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey , or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1-2 tablespoons olive oil , or broth if oil-free

Instructions

Peel and slice oranges and grapefruit into wedges.
Slice the avocado.
Add arugula in a bowl. Top with orange, grapefruit and avocado slices. Then add the red onion and feta. Sprinkle with dill.
In a jar or tall container, add the lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, Dijon, salt, pepper and oil. Mix well to combine.
Top the salad with the dressing.
Serve!

Notes

My #1 Secret Tip for making this citrus avocado salad is to take the time to segment the citrus properly. I use a sharp knife to cut away the peel and all the white pith, then slice between the membranes to get those perfect and juicy pieces. It’s a little more work I know, but I promise it makes every bite pop with fresh and bright flavor.
Use a sharp knife for citrus: I slice the oranges and grapefruit with a serrated or super sharp knife so I get clean segments without too much juice loss.

Add avocado last: I always wait until the very end to slice and add the avocado so it doesn’t brown before serving.

Chill ingredients: I pop everything into the fridge (even the plates sometimes!) before assembling so the salad is crisp, fresh, and extra refreshing.

Layer for looks: When I’m serving this at a gathering, I layer the salad instead of tossing it. That way, the citrus, avocado, and feta stay pretty and don’t get smushed.

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