Last weekend I had the pleasure of going to California to learn all about those one-of-a-kind California Avocados.
… but I will have to wait till next month to tell you all about it. {oh the suspense}
For now, I have one irresistible Avocado Citrus Salad with Lime Poppy Seed Dressing to share with you.
A sweet way to enjoy a California Avocado is by pairing it with some citrus.
The avocado adds a creamy texture to this sweet summer salad. When combined with a creamy lime poppy seed dressing, it’s a salad that is not only beautiful, but a definite crowd pleaser.
I cut some oranges and grapefruits into little discs, then layered them with some California Avocados on top of a bed of leafy greens.
I whipped up a quick batch of Creamy Lime Poppy Seed Dressing in a blender, and drizzled it on top.
This salad was so light and refreshing. Even my kids couldn’t get enough of it.
And the dressing? … spoon licking good.
It’s a perfect side salad to bring along to any summer pot luck or BBQ!
Don’t forget to include those delicious California Avocados in your 4th of July festivities this year!
Avocado & Citrus Salad with Creamy Lime Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
For the Salad
- 6 cups Leafy Lettuce Blend
- 2 grapefruit, sliced horizontally; peel removed
- 2 oranges, sliced horizontally; peel removed
- 3 California Avocados, sliced horizontally, pit and peel removed
Instructions
For the Dressing:
- Place all the ingredients except for the poppy seeds into a blender, blend for 30 seconds. Add the poppy seeds and pulse two times. Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
For the Salad:
- Divide the leafy lettuce blend among 4 plates.
- Top each plate with slices of grapefruit, oranges, and avocado. Drizzle with the Creamy Lime Poppy Seed Dressing.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition
For more delicious summer recipes featuring California Avocados check out what my fellow California Avocado Ambassadors made this month:
Cookin’ Canuck: Black Bean Sliders with Creamy California Avocado Sauce
Dine & Dish: Grilled Avocado and Steak Fajita Wrap
A Southern Fairytale: Spicy Grilled Shrimp Quesadillas with Smoky Avocado Cream Sauce
Disclosure: This recipe was created as part of my partnership and ambassadorship with the California Avocado Commission (CAC). All opinions expressed are my own. For more fantastic ways to use California Avocados, be sure to head to the CAC website, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.
Skinny Strawberry Jell-O Cream Pie Cannolis
Peter @ Feed Your Soul Too
I love the ingredients in your salad. I featured it on my Friday Five – Summer Salads – http://www.feedyoursoul2.com/2013/07/friday-five-summer-salads.html
ninja blender 1100
You could definitely see your skills in the work you write. The arena hopes for more passionate writers like you who aren’t afraid to mention how they believe. Always follow your heart. ninja blender 1100 http://www.cellsea.com/user/home/CR51c15ad6ad914
ninja mega kitchen
From my investigation, buying for gizmos on the internet can for absolutely sure be costly, but there are some pointers that you can use to get the best delivers. There are generally ways to discover discount specials that could make 1 to have the best blender goods at the smallest charges. Many thanks for the critical ideas I have uncovered by way of your blog site. ninja mega kitchen http://www.everytrail.com/profile.php?user_id=1591154
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.
This is so pretty! What a beautiful summer salad!
Cookin Canuck
What a beautiful, fresh and simple salad. I love the combination of flavors from the creamy avocado and the citrus.
Jesse
Awesome.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche
This looks great! How on earth did you get unbroken rings of avocado rather than strips?
Shawn
Hi Becca, I just cut the avocado horizontally instead of vertically, then pop out the pit like you normally would and slice the avocado with the peel still on so it’s easier. Then remove the peel and you should have little rings! It kind of switches things up a little. 🙂
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
Love avocado and citrus together! This is a perfect summer salad!
Shawn
Thanks Jessica! I have to agree! 🙂
rachel
Looks absolutely delish! Love the combination of citrus and avocado! <3
Shawn
Thanks Rachel! You’re a sweetheart!
Dana
This looks so refreshing and scrumptious!!
Shawn
Thanks Dana!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
Oh yummy!! I love avocado! Can’t wait to learn about some California avocado 🙂