Description
Elevate your salad game with this stunning and delicious Blood Orange Avocado Salad. It’s fresh, colorful, and perfect as a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a vibrant starter for your next gathering. Combining juicy citrus, creamy avocado, peppery arugula, and a tangy citrus vinaigrette, this easy recipe is naturally gluten-free and packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, and bold flavor. Ideal for those seeking quick breakfast, easy dinner, healthy snack, or beautiful food ideas for the season.
Ingredients
2–3 medium blood oranges, peeled and sliced
2 ripe avocados, sliced
5 oz arugula
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon orange juice (freshly squeezed)
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
salt, to taste
cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Slice the blood oranges into rounds or half-moons.
2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and slice them into wedges.
3. Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly.
4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until combined.
5. In a large serving bowl or platter, arrange the arugula as a base.
6. Layer the blood oranges and avocado slices on top.
7. Sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the salad.
8. Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
9. Toss gently (optional) or serve layered for visual appeal.
10. Add more seasoning to taste if needed.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushy texture when slicing.
To keep avocado from browning, toss slices with a splash of orange juice.
Serve the salad immediately after adding dressing to keep greens fresh and crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: salad, avocado, citrus, easy recipe, healthy salad, quick lunch