Bright, fresh, and easy, this Kiwi Salad recipe with tomato and avocado is topped with a simple, sweet, and tangy kiwi fruit dressing. Gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free.
With a sweet, tangy, creamy dressing, this kiwi salad with its combination of fresh fruits and veggies strikes a great balance of texture and flavor. Not to mention its bright colors! This recipe is a great way to incorporate the little green fruit.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- A nice alternative to traditional salad
- The perfect balance of tangy and sweet dressing
- Simple ingredients
- Gluten-free and dairy-free salad
Ingredients and substitutions
Here are a few quick notes about the ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete list of ingredients and instructions in the recipe card below.
Kiwi - Fresh green kiwi fruit is the recommended variety due to its sweet and tangy flavor. The humble fruit has very high amounts of vitamin C plus is a great source of dietary fiber, folate, vitamin E, and potassium. Golden kiwi fruit can be substituted, but they are less tangy than the green variety.
Mixed greens - Use the greens of your choice. I like using a spring mix but use what you have!
Avocados - Ripe avocado slices add a cool, creamy texture to the salad.
Cherry or grape tomatoes - These add little bursts of tomato flavor.
Olive oil - This balances the fresh fruits and veggies in this fruit-based salad dressing.
Honey - Just a touch of natural sweetener. Substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar if needed.
Pepitas - These highly nutritious seeds add a crunchy texture. Hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds would make great substitutes.
Step-by-step instructions
Before you start: Peel the kiwi. Get out all the ingredients.
Step 1: For the dressing, place all dressing ingredients into a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Step 2: For the salad, place mixed greens, avocados, tomatoes, kiwi, and pepitas into a large salad bowl or large mixing bowl or into 4 individual bowls. Top with the desired amount of dressing. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Tips
- The dressing recipe will make extra for future salads.
- A small container like a mason jar makes a great salad dressing vessel.
- Even though we are peeling the kiwi, be sure to wash the whole thing before doing so.
Serving suggestions
What can you serve with this salad? It can make the perfect side dish to make for delicious meals. Here are some ideas:
Want more homemade salad dressings? This fruit cocktail has a simple honey lime dressing. And check out this raspberry vinaigrette!
FAQs
Gently squeeze the kiwi fruit with your fingers. If it gives slightly under pressure, without being too soft or mushy, it is likely ripe. Avoid fruits that are excessively hard or overly mushy.
Yes! The fuzzy skin of a kiwi fruit is edible and can be consumed. In fact, it contains a good amount of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Keep in mind that if you decide to eat the kiwi skin, it's important to wash them thoroughly to remove any dirt, pesticides, or residue.
If your kiwi is unripe, it can be stored at room temperature to ripen. Then, store the fruit in the refrigerator to prolong its freshness.
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📖 Recipe
Kiwi Salad with Tomato and Avocado
Ingredients
Dressing
- 4 kiwi peeled and quartered
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
- 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Salad
- 4-6 cups mixed greens
- 2 avocados sliced
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- 1-2 kiwi peeled, sliced, and quartered
- ¼ cup pepitas
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Dressing
- Place all dressing ingredients into a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Depending on desired amount of dressing, there may be extra for future use.
Salad
- Place mixed greens, avocados, tomatoes, kiwi, and pepitas into a large serving bowl or into 4 individual bowls. Top with desired amount of dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- A small container like a mason jar makes a great salad dressing vessel.
- Even though we are peeling the kiwi, be sure to wash the whole thing before doing so.
Nutrition
Deryn | Running on Real Food
Yum!! I've never thought of a kiwi dressing, it sounds amazing! The salad looks so fresh and delish, especially with that avocado. I love getting recipes ideas when I'm travelling...you always find something new and fun!
Tessa
Me too - getting ideas while traveling is starting to become as fun as traveling itself! :) Thanks so much, Deryn!
Amanda Paa
I've never thought of putting kiwi in a dressing! It's one of my favorite fruits. Love the idea of bringing this colorful salad to a picnic!
christiann koepke
Yes please!!! And wow, kiwi and avocado -- what a super fun combo!!! -CK
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes
I love getting inspiration for new combos while traveling. We went away in June, and when I got home I planned out my editorial calendar way into the fall with all the ideas that I had been inspired by. This is such an unusual combo for a salad, I can see why it spoke to you.
betty
Ooh. I actually don't even remember the last time I had a kiwi in the states!!! But I LOVE them, especially when they're ripe and super soft - thank you for reminding me of this lovely fruit. This salad combination sounds amazing - I can just imagine the textures of the kiwi and avocado, juicy crisp tomatoes together in a delicious bowl.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
What a great combination for a salad Tessa. And I love that kiwi dressing!
Mimi
Beautiful! I love the dressing!
Tessa
Thank you, Mimi! Kiwis make a surprising creamy dressing - it's becoming a favorite here. :)