Avocado, Grapefruit and Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe

Name: Avocado, Grapefruit and Hearts of Palm Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 red grapefruits; 1 tablespoon tamarind concentrate; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon Asian fish sauce; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 cup canola oil; Salt; Tabasco; 4 Hass avocados, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; Two 14-ounce cans hearts of palm, drained and sliced 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

4 red grapefruits
1 tablespoon tamarind concentrate
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon Asian fish sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup canola oil
Salt
Tabasco
4 Hass avocados, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Two 14-ounce cans hearts of palm, drained and sliced 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

1
Using a sharp knife, peel the red grapefruits, removing all of the bitter white pith.
2
Working over a cutting board, cut in between the membranes to release the sections.
3
Cut the grapefruit sections into bite-size pieces.
4
Squeeze the grapefruit membranes over a small bowl and reserve 1/4 cup of the grapefruit juice.
5
Whisk in the tamarind concentrate, fresh lime juice, sugar, fish sauce and cumin.
6
Whisk in the canola oil in a thin stream.
7
Season the salad dressing with salt and Tabasco.
8
Transfer the grapefruit pieces to a large bowl.
9
Add the avocados, onion, hearts of palm, cilantro and dressing.
10
Toss gently and serve right away.

357

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 red grapefruits, 1 tablespoon tamarind concentrate, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Avocado, Grapefruit and Hearts of Palm Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Avocado, Grapefruit and Hearts of Palm Salad

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