Grapefruit and Spinach Salad

Brighten up your plate with this refreshing Grapefruit and Spinach Salad, a nutrient-packed recipe that combines vibrant citrus and creamy avocado with crisp baby spinach and toasted walnuts for an irresistible blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this salad is dressed with a zesty homemade vinaigrette featuring freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, olive oil, and a hint of honey and Dijon mustard for a balanced tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for light lunches, elegant dinner side dishes, or even a brunch centerpiece. Rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, and crunch, this irresistible salad is sure to impress while keeping your day fresh and flavorful!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups baby spinach
• 2 medium grapefruit
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 1 large avocado
• 0.5 cups walnuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then place it into a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the grapefruits by removing the outer rind and pith. Using a sharp knife, slice between the membranes to extract the segments. Set the segments aside and squeeze any remaining juice from the membranes into a small bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl with the spinach.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before adding them to the salad.

Step 6

In the small bowl with the reserved grapefruit juice, add olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and vibrant Grapefruit and Spinach Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1171.9 grams (1171.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1453

Total Fat 112.40g	144%
Saturated Fat 14.60g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1450mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 109.60g	40%
Dietary Fiber 32.30g	115%
Total Sugars 55.30g
Protein 22.60g	45%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 400mg	31%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2143mg	46%

*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: 65.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 28.5%