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PINK GRAPEFRUIT AVOCADO BABY ARUGULA SALAD | Integrator 5


  • PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES

    YIELD: SERVES 4 - 6



    This delicious salad is packed with dense nutrients and healthy fats. Pink grapefruit is loaded with vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene, together they help tone the liver, keep bile and digestion moving to reduce burden on the lymphatic system.

    INGREDIENTS:

    1. 2 Hass Avocados (large; peeled, pitted and quartered; slice each into 2 – 3 slices)
    2. 2 Ruby Red Grapefruits (large)
    3. 1 Shallot (medium; finely chopped)
    4. 1 Tsp Organic Red or White Wine Vinegar
    5. 3 Tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
    6. 3 Cups Baby Arugula
    7. 1⁄2 Cup whole fresh Mint Leaves
    8. Sea Salt & fresh Cracked Pepper



    METHOD:

    1. Using a sharp knife, cut the skin and the white pith off the grapefruits, working over a bowl, cut to release the sections. Squeeze the extra juice into the bowl.
    2. Arrange a mixture of baby arugula and mint leaves onto plates or in a medium bowl. Top with the avocado and grapefruit sections. Season with some sea salt and pepper.
    3. Dressing – using the fresh grapefruit juice, vinegar, chopped shallot, and oil ; whisk together in small bowl.
    4. Drizzle over the greens, avocado and grapefruit slices.