grapefruit

avocado and grapefruit

I am in a lazy summer mood.

But I still want to bring delicious food to the table. It makes me happy to present meals that are not only tasty, but are also great looking.

This Avocado and Grapefruit Salad is just such a creation.

Grapefruit have a very bright taste. They are a little bit tart which really lends itself nicely to the rich and creamy, full mouth taste of avocado. Together they create a salad that satisfies the palate on many levels.

Grapefruit is quite a surprising ingredient to me. It pairs effortlessly well with so many fresh flavors. Which is why it makes a great addition to any salad. I used tarragon as my herb of choice in this salad, but you could try thyme, basil or mint even with equally good results.

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Avocado and Grapefruit Salad

avocado and grapefruit salad
Prep time: 15
Yield:1 ()

Ingredients:

  • 0.5 c plus 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 2 lemons
  • 2 avocados, preferably hass, halved lengthwise and pitted
  • 2 grapefruit
  • 0.75 t coarse salt
  • 2 T chopped fresh tarragon, plus more for garnish
  • 0 fresh ground pepper
  • 0 lime wedges, for serving
  • 0.25 c walnut oil

Directions

Brush 2 teaspoons lemon juice over flesh of avocados; set aside. Remove peel and pith from grapefruit using a sharp paring knife. Working over a medium bowl to catch the juice, carefully carve out segments from between membranes. Transfer grapefruit segments to a small bowl; set aside. Reserve juice in bowl. Add 1/4 cup lemon juice, the salt, and tarragon to the grapefruit juice; season with pepper. Whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream. Add grapefruit sections; toss gently just to coat. Place each avocado half on a plate. Top with grapefruit mixture, dividing evenly. Garnish with tarragon. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes:

serves 2 Source: Martha Stewart Living Magazine