Best Avocado Orange And Purple Onion Salad Recipes

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AVOCADO AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



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Given to me by a society matron who used this as her "presentation salad" at luncheons. I recommend cutting back on the oil a bit.

Provided by KLHquilts

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup wine vinegar
3/4 cup salad oil
1/2 cup orange juice (fresh is best)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups mandarin oranges
2 small purple onions
2 avocados
2 heads romaine lettuce
1 head lettuce (any leaf-type lettuce)

Steps:

  • Make dressing: Combine vinegar, oil, orange juice, mustard, orange peel, lemon juice, sugar, and salt.
  • Drain mandarin oranges.
  • Slice onions into very thin slices.
  • Combine mandarin oranges, sliced avocados and onion rings.
  • Cover orange/avocado/onion mixture with dressing and refrigerate.
  • Immediately before serving, break up lettuce and spoon orange/avocado mixture over lettuce.

AVOCADO ORANGE SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING



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This Avocado Orange Salad is the perfect lunch or dinner for busy days! Just a handful of simple ingredients and you can make this delicious, filling, sweet and spicy salad! Top it with a citrus dressing and it's like sunshine on a plate!

Provided by Mahy

Categories     Salad     Side Dish     vegetarian

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups Arugula (or your favorite greens)
3 avocados
1 DOLE Fridge Pack Mandarin Oranges segments without the juice
2 shallots (sliced)
1/2 cup cashews (toasted or roasted)
1/8 teaspoon chili flakes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup Mandarin Orange juice ( from the DOLE Fridge Pack)
1 Tablespoon honey mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon oregano
pinch chili flakes
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare the salad dressing by mixing all ingredients in a small bowl. Use a whisk to blend all ingredients together until the dressing is thick and emulsified. Adjust the chili flakes to your taste. Also, read notes for adjusting the sweet : tangy balance of the dressing and work accordingly.
  • To make the salad, start by adding your greens to a large salad plate. Drizzle 2 Tablespoons of the salad dressing over the greens and toss them well to coat.
  • Peel the avocado and remove the seeds. Use a small spoon to remove each avocado half from its shell, and then use a small paring knife to slice the avocados into slices.
  • Arrange the avocado slices over the greens in clumps of 3-5 slices. Add the Mandarin Oranges over the greens, followed by the shallots and nuts, and sprinkle some chili flakes on top. Chili flakes are optional, but even a tiny pinch adds a great contrast of spice to the sweetness of the Mandarin Oranges.
  • Drizzle about 3 tablespoons of the dressing (more or less to your tastover the finished salad and serve right away. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 93 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AVOCADO AND ORANGE SALAD



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This is one of my favourite salads. I mainly like to make it up in Asian soup spoons so you have little mouthful serves as hors d'ouvres. Oranges and dressing can be prepared in advance. Walnuts can be used if preferred.

Provided by auntchelle

Categories     Oranges

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 oranges
2 ripe avocados
2 tablespoons lemon juice
50 g pecan halves
2 tablespoons unsweetened orange juice
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 tablespoons sunflower oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Segment the oranges by slicing off the tops and bottoms. Work around the orange using a sharp knife to cut downwards, to remove the peel and pith. Once peeled, hold in one hand and carefully cut between membranes to remove the segments. (If possible collect the juices for the dressing.).
  • Cut avocados in halves and remove stones. Remove skin and then slice avocado. Use lemon juice to coat avocado to prevent browning.
  • Arrange the orange and avocado on small plates, as desired, decorating with the pecans. Drizzle with the dressing.
  • Dressing: combine all dressing ingredients in a screw top jar. Shake to combine. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.8, Fat 37.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 7.2, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 8.1, Protein 3.9

AVOCADO-ORANGE SALAD



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Make and share this Avocado-Orange Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Patience

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 navel oranges, segmented
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn (large)
1 avocado, peeled, pitted & thinly sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine orange juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a seperate bowl, lightly toss segmented oranges, red leaf lettuce, and avocado.
  • Pour vinegar dressing over all.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 24.1, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 10.6, Protein 3.1

NO-FUSS AVOCADO ONION SALAD



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My mother, Nena, grew up in Cuba and learned many styles of cooking. She had a knack for making something incredibly simple taste amazing. This salad is proof. By itself, the dressing is really tart, but add the avocados and onions and it's the perfect complement. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup stone-ground mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Arrange avocado and onion slices on a large platter. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients; drizzle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE-AVOCADO SALAD



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This salad features a yummy combination of fruits, veggies and a citrus dressing.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Salad greens
3 oranges, peeled, sliced
2 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced
6 thin slices red onion, separated into rings

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended.
  • On each of 6 salad plates, arrange salad greens. Top with oranges, avocados and onion. Serve with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg

AVOCADO, ORANGE AND RED ONION SALAD



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Oranges add a fruity and flavoursome note to creamy avocados in this simple but tempting salad recipe.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Oranges

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

arugula leaf
2 avocados, peeled and stoned
2 oranges
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaf, coarsley chopped
2 tablespoons chopped pitted black olives
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a little arugula on each serving plate or on a large platter.
  • Thinly slice the avocados and arrange the slices on top.
  • Using a sharp knife, peel and remove the pith from the oranges, remove any pips and then cut the flesh into 1/2in slices. Arrange on top of the avocado
  • Sprinkle the red onion slices and basil over the salad.
  • Put all the vinaigrette ingredients into a screw-top jar and shake well.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

ONION ORANGE SALAD



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People always enjoy the bold flavors in this delightful salad. It's both delicious and beautiful. -Zita Wilensky, North Miami Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
8 cups torn spinach or mixed greens
3 medium oranges, peeled and sliced
1 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients. On a serving platter or individual plates, arrange greens, oranges and onion. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with cheese and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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