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Frisee Citrus Salad with Fennel and Avocado

Crisp Frisée Citrus Salad with Fennel and Avocado Delight

Discover the vibrant Frisee Citrus Salad with Fennel and Avocado, a delightful and refreshing take on winter salads.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 head Frisée Lettuce Substitute with escarole or endive if desired.
  • 1 small bulb Fennel Reserved fronds can be used for garnish.
For the Citrus
  • 1 Blood Orange Optional substitutes: Cara Cara oranges or mandarins.
  • 1 Orange Other options include clementines or pomelo.
  • 1 Ruby Red Grapefruit Feel free to swap in any grapefruit variety.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 medium Avocado Can be substituted with seeds or nuts.
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pistachios Substitute with your favorite nuts or seeds if desired.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Citrus Vinaigrette A lime or lemon vinaigrette can be used as a variation.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large serving platter
  • salad bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Citrus: Cut off the tops and bottoms of the blood orange, ruby red grapefruit, and orange to create a stable base. Peel them thoroughly, removing the white pith, then slice them into rounds about half an inch thick, arranging them neatly on a platter for a colorful presentation.
  2. Lay the Base: Take a large serving platter or salad bowl and gently toss the frisée lettuce into it. Allow the frisée to form a fluffy bed in the center of the platter.
  3. Assemble the Ingredients: Evenly distribute the sliced citrus and small pieces of fennel bulb over the arranged frisée lettuce. Use your hands or tongs to gently toss the ingredients.
  4. Dress the Salad: Take your citrus vinaigrette and drizzle it generously over the assembled salad, evenly coating the ingredients.
  5. Add Creaminess and Crunch: Slice the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop out into cubes. Scatter the avocado pieces atop the salad, followed by a sprinkle of the chopped pistachios.
  6. Serve Immediately: Once everything is assembled, serve the salad immediately to keep the frisée crisp and the avocado fresh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep Ahead: Chop the citrus, fennel, and frisée a day in advance for efficiency. Dress just before serving to maintain crispness.

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