Carlos Conrique's Salad Recipe

Name: Carlos Conrique's Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable oil; 6 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut in half, then cut crosswise into 1-inch-wide strips; 2 ripe passion fruit or 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 large grapefruit (preferably red); 2 firm-ripe California avocados; 1 head red-leaf lettuce, leaves torn (8 to 10 cups); 1 head Boston lettuce, leaves torn (4 to 6 cups); 16 nasturtiumblossoms (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup vegetable oil
6 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut in half, then cut crosswise into 1-inch-wide strips
2 ripe passion fruit or 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large grapefruit (preferably red)
2 firm-ripe California avocados
1 head red-leaf lettuce, leaves torn (8 to 10 cups)
1 head Boston lettuce, leaves torn (4 to 6 cups)
16 nasturtiumblossoms (optional)

1
Heat vegetable oil in a deep 10-inch heavy skillet until hot but not smoking, then fry tortilla strips, about 8 at a time, turning once, until golden, about 2 minutes.
2
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
3
Halve passion fruit crosswise and spoon seeds and pulp into a bowl.
4
Whisk in sugar, lime juice, and salt, then add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
5
Cut peel, including all white pith, from grapefruit with a sharp knife and, working over another bowl, cut sections free from membranes.
6
Pour off juices from bowl and whisk 3 tablespoons into dressing.
7
Quarter avocados lengthwise, then pit and peel.
8
Cut into bite-size pieces.
9
Toss lettuces, grapefruit sections, avocados, and nasturtiums with dressing in a large salad bowl.
10
Add tortilla strips and toss to combine.
11
Serve immediately.

1054

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Carbs

Protein

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup vegetable oil, 6 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut in half, then cut crosswise into 1-inch-wide strips, 2 ripe passion fruit or 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Carlos Conrique's 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!

Carlos Conrique's Salad

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