Bold, creamy, crunchy, tangy – this is a salad that delivers it all. Perfect for warm afternoons or elegant dinners, our SummerStar Ruby Grapefruit, Roquefort & Rocket Salad combines the sharp bite of rocket, the creamy depth of Roquefort, and the fresh sweetness of South African grapefruit. It’s a recipe that proves salads don’t need to be boring – they can be vibrant, indulgent, and full of personality.
Ingredients:
– 1 – 2 SummerStar Ruby grapefruits
– 100g Roquefort cheese
– 1 ripe avocado
– 60g rocket leaves
– A handful of pecans (or walnuts)
– 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
– Olive oil for dressing
– Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Segment the grapefruit into wedges and set aside.
- Slice the avocado into thin pieces.
- Arrange rocket leaves on a serving plate, topping with grapefruit wedges, avocado slices, and chunks of Roquefort.
- Sprinkle with pecans and sunflower seeds for crunch.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil, season with salt and pepper – and enjoy immediately.
Next on Your Table
Love this citrus-forward dish? You’ll adore our SummerStar Ruby, Avocado & Grapefruit Salad – a lighter take that’s equally delicious.
Credit
Recipe from Hungry Woman by Pauline Cox
