Avocado and Spinach Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Serves 4

The sweet tangy citrus flavor of navel orange is nicely balanced by creamy avocado in this bright baby spinach salad. Toasted pumpkin seeds add a savory crunch, while a grapefruit-based dressing keeps your taste buds energized.

Ingredients

1 small ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 large navel orange, peeled, pith removed, separated into segments and cut into bite-size pieces
5 ounces baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
5 tablespoons ruby red grapefruit juice
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds

Method

Toss avocados, orange, spinach and red onion together in a large bowl. Whisk together grapefruit juice, oil, oregano, salt and pepper in a separate bowl then drizzle over salad and toss to coat well. Garnish with pumpkin seeds and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Per serving: 230 calories (160 from fat), 17g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 16g total carbohydrate (4g dietary fiber, 6g sugar), 5g protein

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