Florida Sunshine Salad

Brighten up your table with the vibrant and refreshing Florida Sunshine Salad, a flavorful medley of seasonal fruits and greens inspired by the sunny shores of Florida. This no-cook, 20-minute recipe combines crisp mixed greens with juicy orange and grapefruit segments, creamy avocado slices, sweet strawberries, and a hint of sharp red onion for a perfect balance of flavors. Finished with a zesty homemade honey-lime dressing and a crunchy sprinkle of toasted almonds, this salad is as nutritious as it is beautiful. Perfect as a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a stunning centerpiece for your next gathering, this citrus-packed salad is a must-try for those seeking a taste of sunshine in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1 large orange
• 1 large grapefruit
• 1 large avocado
• 1 cup strawberries
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup toasted almonds

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the orange and grapefruit. Remove the white pith and cut the segments out of the membranes. Add the citrus segments to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Slice the avocado thinly and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to the salad.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and scatter the slices over the top of the salad.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top for added crunch.

Step 9

Serve immediately, ensuring each plate gets a generous mix of all the colorful ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1201.6 grams (1201.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1127

Total Fat 73.10g	94%
Saturated Fat 9.90g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 722mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate 117.80g	43%
Dietary Fiber 31.50g	113%
Total Sugars 67.40g
Protein 19.00g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 354mg	27%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2716mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.6%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 39.1%