Best 4 Caramelized Grapefruit Salad Recipes

Escape the ordinary with a culinary journey that tantalizes your taste buds and transports you to a realm of citrusy delight. Embark on a refreshing adventure with our Caramelized Grapefruit Salad, a vibrant symphony of flavors that marries the tangy zest of grapefruit with the rich sweetness of caramelized sugar. This vibrant salad is a delightful interplay of textures, colors, and flavors, featuring grapefruit segments enveloped in a luscious caramel glaze, complemented by a medley of fresh mint, creamy avocado, and crunchy walnuts.

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Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide a unique taste experience, ensuring that every bite is a burst of flavor. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing salad or a satisfying meal, these recipes have something for every palate. So, embark on this culinary adventure, let your taste buds dance with delight, and discover the endless possibilities that grapefruit offers in the realm of culinary creations.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CARAMELIZED ONION AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD

Caramelized Onion and Grapefruit Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories side-dish

Time 42m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, very thinly sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pink grapefruits
1 head romaine lettuce, thinly sliced or torn into 1-inch pieces
1 large fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
3 scallions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

For the caramelized onions: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, lemon juice and honey. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until blended. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
For the salad: Peel and trim the ends from each grapefruit. Using a paring knife, cut along the membrane on both sides of each segment. Free the segments and add them to a large salad bowl. Add the lettuce, fennel, cucumber, scallions, and thyme.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are coated. Arrange the caramelized onions on top and serve.

GRAPEFRUIT, ONION, AND BASIL SALAD

Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 grapefruits, trimmed of skin and cut into large slices
1/2 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup pitted chopped black olives
1 bunch basil, leaves thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped chives
3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Place the grapefruit slices in a slightly overlapping pattern on a serving platter. Sprinkle the onion slices over the grapefruit. Then sprinkle the olives. Top with the basil and chives. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the salad. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Sodium 214 milligrams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 1 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CARAMELIZED GRAPEFRUIT

Caramelized Grapefruit image

Lightly caramelized fruit makes for a great, healthy start to your day.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 pink or red grapefruit, halved
1 tablespoon light-brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt

Steps:

Heat broiler with rack set 4 inches from heat. With a paring knife, loosen grapefruit segments from membranes and pith.
Sprinkle grapefruit with sugar and cinnamon. Broil on a baking sheet until tops are slightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
Top with yogurt, and garnish with more cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

CARAMELIZED ALMOND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD

Caramelized Almond Grapefruit Salad image

Yep, you read that right. We topped this flavor-packed salad with almonds sautéed in sugar for sweet contrast to tart, juicy grapefruit sections.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings, 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup slivered almonds
2 Tbsp. sugar
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 grapefruits, sectioned
1 red pepper, cut into strips
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing

Steps:

Cook nuts and sugar in nonstick skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until sugar caramelizes and evenly coats nuts. Remove from pan; cool.
Combine all remaining ingredients.
Top with nuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

Select the right grapefruit: Choose grapefruits that are heavy for their size, with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid fruits with soft spots or bruises.
Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you easily cut through the grapefruit without tearing the flesh.
Remove the zest: Use a zester or a microplane to remove the zest from the grapefruit. The zest is the outermost layer of the peel and contains flavorful oils.
Segment the grapefruit: Cut off the top and bottom of the grapefruit. Then, using a sharp knife, score the grapefruit into segments, following the natural lines of the fruit. Carefully remove the segments from the peel.
Caramelize the grapefruit: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the grapefruit segments and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the grapefruit is caramelized and slightly browned.
Add the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt. Drizzle the dressing over the caramelized grapefruit.
Serve immediately: Caramelized grapefruit salad is best served immediately, while the grapefruit is still warm and slightly caramelized.

Conclusion:

Caramelized grapefruit salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and tart grapefruit, caramelized sugar, and tangy dressing makes this salad a unique and delicious dish. It is also a healthy salad, as grapefruit is a good source of vitamin C and fiber. So, the next time you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, give caramelized grapefruit salad a try. You won't be disappointed!