CARAMELIZED GRAPEFRUIT SALAD

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Grapefruit segments are treated to a slight caramelization in a hot skillet just before topping this colorful salad. It's finished with a light honey mustard dressing, bacon and avocado. -Maria Davis, Flower Mound, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/3 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
1 medium grapefruit, peeled and cut into segments
4 cups spring mix salad greens
3/4 cup chopped cucumber
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3 tablespoons reduced-fat honey mustard salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook and stir pecans and 2 tablespoons sugar for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool., Coat grapefruit segments with remaining sugar. Coat the same skillet with cooking spray; cook grapefruit over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, onions, avocado and bacon. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. , Divide salad among four serving plates. Top with grapefruit and pecans; sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.