Refreshing Avocado, Grapefruit, Red Onion And Feta Salad Recipe

Difficulty:

3/5

Serves:

4 PEOPLE

Prep Time:

20 minutes

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Avocado, Grapefruit, Red Onion And Feta Salad Recipe

Brighten your next meal with this Avocado Grapefruit and Feta Salad Recipe from License to Grill, hosted by Rob Rainford. Featuring creamy avocado, juicy grapefruit, crisp red onion, peppery arugula, and crumbled feta cheese, this colorful salad is finished with a refreshing citrus yogurt dressing made with honey and orange juice. Perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, and light lunches, this easy salad delivers a delicious balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and savory flavors.

The Inspiration

Fresh fruit and vegetable salads are a refreshing addition to backyard barbecues, offering bright flavors that complement rich grilled dishes. In License to Grill, Rob Rainford combines creamy avocado, tangy grapefruit, red onion, and feta cheese to create a colorful salad with contrasting textures and flavors.

The natural sweetness and acidity of grapefruit balance the richness of avocado, while peppery arugula adds freshness and crumbled feta provides a savory, slightly salty finish. A homemade dressing made with yogurt, honey, grapefruit juice, and orange juice brings the ingredients together with a smooth citrus flavor.

With no cooking required and only a few simple preparation steps, this salad is an excellent choice for summer entertaining, family meals, and outdoor gatherings. Its refreshing ingredients make it a delicious accompaniment to grilled seafood, chicken, and other barbecue favorites.

Ingredients

1 large bunch arugula
2 large avocados, halved, seed removed, peeled, sliced lengthwise
1 large red or pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned, any juice reserved
1 medium-size red onion, thinly sliced
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about ½ cup)
½ cup best-quality plain yogurt (125ml)
3 tablespoons honey (45ml)
1/3 cup fresh orange juice (83ml)
Freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste

Method

In a bowl gently toss the grapefruit, avocado, feta cheese, onions and arugula.
In a separate bowl combine yogurt, honey, grapefruit juice, orange juice, salt and pepper.
Just before serving, spoon some of this dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.

Serving Suggestions

For a summer barbecue, pair this salad with grilled chicken breasts, chicken teriyaki skewers, or smoky barbecue chicken legs. The sweet citrus yogurt dressing provides a refreshing contrast to savory grilled meats, while the crisp arugula and red onion help balance richer flavors. This combination is especially appealing during warm-weather gatherings.

For a light lunch, enjoy the avocado grapefruit and feta salad on its own with toasted bread or a simple grain dish. The combination of fresh fruit, leafy greens, cheese, and creamy dressing creates a satisfying meal without requiring complicated preparation.

For entertaining, arrange the salad on a large platter with the avocado slices, grapefruit sections, and feta cheese displayed over a bed of arugula. Serve the citrus yogurt dressing separately so guests can add their preferred amount. This presentation also helps keep the salad fresh until ready to eat.

Final Thoughts

This Avocado Grapefruit and Feta Salad Recipe from License to Grill brings together creamy avocado, juicy grapefruit, peppery arugula, crisp red onion, and tangy feta cheese in a colorful and refreshing dish. Rob Rainford’s combination of fresh ingredients and a homemade citrus yogurt dressing creates a delicious balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and savory flavors.

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