This easy shrimp and grapefruit salad is a perfect combination of bright citrus, creamy avocado, and tender shrimp. It's a simple, refreshing meal that comes together in minutes, complete with a tangy homemade vinaigrette you'll love. Perfect for a quick, heart-healthy lunch or a light dinner!
A simple citrus vinaigrette works beautifully. We use a mix of grapefruit juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil to complement the fresh ingredients without adding excess sodium.
It's best served fresh to prevent the spinach from wilting and the avocado from browning. However, you can prepare the vinaigrette and cook the shrimp up to a day in advance and assemble everything just before serving.
You can easily add other ingredients like toasted nuts for crunch, feta cheese for a salty bite, or other citrus fruits like oranges. For a different protein, grilled chicken also works well.
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Recipe yields 6 servings
With a sharp knife, peel the grapefruit, removing all the bitter white pith. Slice about 3/8 inch thick.
In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Drizzle in 3 tablespoons of the oil, whisking to combine. Set aside.
Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until pink, about 3 minutes per side.
Add the grapefruit, cooked shrimp, spinach, mint, onion and avocado to the vinaigrette in the large bowl. Toss well. Serve immediately.
Arugula or mixed greens can be used for a more peppery flavor.
For a milder taste, substitute with thinly sliced shallots or green onions.
Cooked chicken breast, scallops, or even chickpeas (for a vegetarian option) are great alternatives.
Fresh basil or parsley can be used instead for a different herbaceous note.