Description
Creamy Citrus Dressing + Grilled Pineapple Salad is the ultimate summer dish that harmonizes refreshing flavors with vibrant colors. This delightful salad features a tangy, creamy dressing made from freshly squeezed citrus that perfectly complements sweet, smoky grilled pineapple. Ideal for summer gatherings or a light weeknight dinner, this recipe is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. The combination of fresh greens, juicy fruit, and healthy fats creates a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad is both easy to prepare and versatile enough to pair with your favorite grilled meats or enjoyed as a stand-alone dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon Califia unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh parsley
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon minced shallots
- Pinch of salt
- 4 slices pineapple
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup pepitas
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2–3 cups fresh mixed greens
Instructions
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a mason jar.
- Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- Heat your grill to medium high/high heat.
- Lightly brush each slice of pineapple with olive oil.
- Sear pineapple directly over flame for 2 minutes on each side until grill marks appear.
- Place corn on the cob directly over heat.
- Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until slightly charred.
- Remove corn from grill and let cool before cutting off kernels.
- Take two salad bowls and fill each with mixed greens.
- Add two slices of grilled pineapple to each bowl.
- Divide corn kernels, pepitas, blueberries, and avocado evenly between both bowls.
- Drizzle as much creamy citrus dressing as desired over salads.
- Toss gently if you prefer more even distribution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg