Salad with a Grapefruit Vinaigrette

I love grapefruit! This citrus fruit is packed with tons of vitamin C and is currently in peak season.  (While you may not be able to get it locally grown where you live, like me, it is better for the environment than buying an off season fruit.)  While the tartness of grapefruit is always good sprinkled with sugar it can be fun to pair with unexpected savory flavors to add a kick to your regular winter food routine.


Making your own salad dressing is a good way to save money and calories.  Vinaigrettes are the easiest to make and are often times better for you than the ranch you are used to grabbing. The great thing about vinaigrettes is you can wing it with whatever seasonings best fit your salad; just remember the 3 to 1 ratio of oil to vinegar/citrus.  My twist on the classic French vinaigrette will have you seeing grapefruit in a whole new light.

Leafy Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette

Mixed greens
Feta cheese
1 ruby red grapefruit
1 Tbls balsamic vinegar
6 Tbls extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbls poppy seeds
Salt and pepper to taste

Cut your grapefruit in half (along the "equator") and slice and remove sections of grapefruit, set aside. Squeeze juice from grapefruit halves and portion out one tablespoon.  In a small bowl, combine the tablespoon of grapefruit juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper.  Whisk together and let sit for 30 minutes.

Top mixed greens with grapefruit segments and feta cheese. Give the vinaigrette a final whisk and lightly drizzle over the salad.  Make sure to refrigerate any remaining dressing.

Enjoy!

Love for all-
Whit