Elevate your taste buds with a vibrant and refreshing Avocado, Papaya, and Pink Grapefruit Salad, artfully dressed in a tangy Maple Dressing. This tantalizing salad offers a symphony of flavors and textures, where creamy avocado meets succulent papaya and bursts of juicy pink grapefruit. Each bite is a delightful harmony of sweet, tangy, and slightly bitter notes, perfectly balanced by the delicate sweetness of maple syrup. This recipe is not only a culinary delight but also a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant colors and enticing aroma.
In addition to the main salad recipe, this article also includes three complementary recipes to enhance your culinary experience. Create a flavor-packed Maple Vinaigrette Dressing that adds a touch of tangy sweetness to your salads and grilled dishes. Indulge in a luscious Papaya Salsa, perfect for adding a tropical twist to tacos, grilled fish, or as a vibrant dip for your favorite snacks. And for a sweet and refreshing treat, whip up a batch of Papaya Jam, a versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, or as a glaze for roasted chicken or pork.
PAPAYA AVOCADO SALAD
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Time 13m
Yield 4 salads
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel and pit the avocados and slice the flesh into 10 wedges. Peel and seed the papaya and slice the flesh into 12 wedges.
- Juice the limes into a non-reactive bowl, add red onion and ginger to bloom for 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and gently toss. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.
AVOCADO AND PAPAYA SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Slice the avocados lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Slice the papayas widthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Arrange overlapping slices on a serving platter, alternating slices of avocado and papaya.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Spoon the dressing over the avocado and papaya. Serve immediately.
PINK-GRAPEFRUIT AND AVOCADO SALAD
This refreshing salad really perks up winter lunches and dinners.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Use a sharp knife to cut skin (and white pith) from grapefruits; cut into segments, reserving juice.
- Place lettuce in a large bowl with avocado. Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons reserved grapefruit juice, olive oil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper; toss gently. Top with grapefruit segments.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g
AVOCADO AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 sevrings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
- Before serving, cut the avocados in 1/2, remove the seeds, and carefully peel off the skin. Cut each half into 4 thick slices. Toss the avocado slices in the vinaigrette to prevent them from turning brown. Use a large, sharp knife to slice the peel off the grapefruits (be sure to remove all the white pith), then cut between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments.
- Arrange the avocado slices around the edge of a large platter. Arrange the grapefruit segments in the center. Spoon the vinaigrette on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve.
AVOCADO GRAPEFRUIT SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM-HONEY DRESSING
Steps:
- Slice ends off grapefruits and stand upright on a counter. Cut away skin and membrane, exposing fruit. Working over a bowl to catch the juice, separate sections by slicing with a serrated knife between membranes. Remove and discard the seeds. Slice avocado halves lengthwise in 1/2-inch slices. Arrange alternating grapefruit sections and avocados slices on 6 salad plates.
- Whisk together sour cream, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Just before serving, spoon about 2 tablespoons dressing in a stripe over each salad. Garnish with mint leaves and serve
AVOCADO AND PINK GRAPEFRUIT SALAD WITH CORIANDER
Grapefruit cuts through fatty avocado in this simple salad idea.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Salad Leafy Green Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Dinner Lunch Grapefruit Avocado Healthy Low Cholesterol Soy Sauce Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using small sharp knife, cut off peel and white pith from 1 grapefruit. Cut grapefruit crosswise into 4 slices. Cut second grapefruit in half and squeeze enough juice to measure 3 tablespoons. Whisk juice, olive oil, and next 6 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Toss greens with 2 tablespoons dressing in medium bowl and divide between 2 plates. Arrange grapefruit slices and avocado alongside and spoon remaining dressing over.
Tips:
- Choose ripe fruits: Use avocados that are slightly soft to the touch and have a deep, dark green color. Papayas should be firm but slightly yielding to pressure, with a bright orange or yellow color. Pink grapefruits should be heavy for their size and have a deep pink color.
- Prepare the fruits properly: Peel and slice the avocados and papayas, and segment the pink grapefruit. Remove any seeds from the avocados and papayas.
- Make the maple dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. You can make the dressing up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- Toss the salad gently: This will prevent the fruits from getting bruised.
- Serve the salad immediately: This is a best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
This avocado, papaya, and pink grapefruit salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy these tropical fruits. The combination of sweet and tart flavors is perfectly balanced, and the maple dressing adds a touch of sweetness and richness. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
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