Roasted Citrus and Avocado Salad
A vibrant salad featuring caramelized citrus, creamy avocado, and a light lemon-honey dressing. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
- 2 oranges sliced into rounds
- 1 grapefruit sliced into rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2 cups baby arugula or mixed greens
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts almonds, pistachios, or pumpkin seeds
- Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange citrus slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 10–15 minutes, until slightly caramelized.
Let the roasted citrus cool while preparing the avocado and greens.
Arrange arugula on a serving platter, then layer the roasted citrus and avocado slices on top.
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and sprinkle with toasted nuts before serving.