The salad with pink grapefruit and walnuts is a fresh and tasty appetizer. The combinations with fruit and seeds offer a variety of flavors, while for an extra touch enrich it with arugula or carrots. How to dress it? Perfect with a simple dressing of olive oil and lemon.
A very good salad also as a side dish, it pairs wonderfully with main courses, preferably cold, like salmon, slices of tuna or smoked salmon, or with prosciutto and bresaola.
SEASON
of #grapefruits – from November to March,
of #oranges – from November to June, depending on the variety,
of #fennel – available all year except during the hottest summer months.
SAVORY or sweet recipes with grapefruit
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
- Energy 84.60 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 8.99 (g) of which sugars 5.69 (g)
- Proteins 1.70 (g)
- Fat 4.53 (g) of which saturated 0.01 (g)of which unsaturated 0.02 (g)
- Fibers 1.86 (g)
- Sodium 1.95 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 115 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Pink Grapefruit and Walnut Salad
- 2 pink grapefruit
- 3 blonde oranges (or avocado)
- 1 ½ cups fennel (or carrots or arugula)
- 2 oz walnuts (or other types of nuts or seeds)
- 2 oz pomegranate
Tools
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Pink Grapefruit Salad
1. Wash and slice the fennel into regular slices.
2. Peel the orange and slice it.
3. Peel each pink grapefruit segment, removing the outer skin.
4. On a plate, lay a layer of fennel.
5. Then arrange the orange segments in a circular pattern.
6. Then add pieces of pink grapefruit segments to fill in.
7. To complete, distribute walnut pieces and pomegranate seeds.
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Optionally season with a drizzle of oil, some chili powder, and a little salt.
Serve immediately.
STORING the pink grapefruit salad
It can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container. However, it is advisable to add the dressing only before serving. Additionally, ingredients like walnuts or seeds are best added at the last moment to avoid them becoming soggy. Consume within 2 days for the best taste.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How to use pink grapefruit peel?
If organic, grate it to obtain zest to add to desserts, drinks, or salads, or slice it thinly to make preserves or candied peels. It can also be used to flavor oils, vinegars, or infusions, providing a fresh and citrusy touch.
How to eat pink grapefruit?
Cut it into segments, removing the skin to avoid bitterness. Pink grapefruit can also be juiced for a fresh drink, perfect for breakfast or to make cocktails.
Who should not eat pink grapefruit?
Pink grapefruit can interact with some medications, so it’s important to avoid eating it if you are taking certain medicines, such as those for high blood pressure, statins, or anxiety medications. Additionally, those with gastric sensitivity or ulcers should be cautious, as the acidity of the fruit could irritate the lining.
