Arugula, Fennel & Grapefruit, Avocado salad

An arugula, fennel, grapefruit, and avocado salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that balances a variety of flavors and textures. This type of salad is especially popular in winter.The flavor profile of this salad can be enhanced with additional ingredients, such as cheese, nuts & herbs.

Ingredients


  • 4 cups arugula leaves
  • 1 small fennel bulb (or half of a large fennel bulb)
  • 1 medium ruby red or pink grapefruit (segmented, keep the juice)
  • 1 small ripe avocado
  • 1 stalk of scallion (only the dark green section)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTION

    Prepare the Vegetables and Fruit

  • Gather all your ingredients to have everything ready and within reach.Start by washing and thoroughly drying the arugula to remove any grit.Next, focus on the fennel bulb: cut off the stalks at the top, retain some of the feathery fronds for garnishing later, and slice off the tough root end.
  • Cut the bulb in half lengthwise and then slice into thin strips.For the grapefruit, cut it into segments — known as suprèmes — ensuring there’s no peel, membrane, or white pith attached.Retain all juice released during the process, and squeeze the leftover core to extract additional juice for dressing.

    • Make the Dressing

  • Using the retained grapefruit juice, whisk it thoroughly together with olive oil.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste to form a simple and refreshing citrus dressing.
  • This will be used to flavor the arugula base of the salad.

    • Dress the Greens

  • Toss the washed and dried arugula, along with the sliced scallions, lightly in the prepared dressing to coat them evenly.
  • Once dressed, divide the mixture evenly between four serving bowls or plates, providing a fresh and vibrant base for your salad.

    • Assemble the Salad

  • Take the prepared fennel slices, avocado segments, and grapefruit suprèmes, and arrange them artfully on top or around each serving of dressed arugula.

    • Garnish and Serve

  • Finish off each salad by garnishing with finely chopped fennel fronds,These fronds will add both a pleasing visual touch and a hint of extra flavor.
  • Arugula, fennel, grapefruit, and avocado salad is now ready to serve and enjoy!

Recipe from Molly's Home Guide