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Name: Viral Sunset Bowl with Grilled Avocado, Citrus “Scandal” Salsa & Charred Hearts of Palm
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted; 1 (14-oz) can hearts of palm, drained and sliced into thick coins; 1 large watermelon radish, thinly sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 small cucumber, diced; 1/2 small red onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint, torn; 1 orange, segmented, juice reserved; 1 grapefruit, segmented, juice reserved; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar); 1 tsp flaky sea salt, plus more to taste; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas); 1 cup microgreens or baby arugula; 1/2 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)

Viral Sunset Bowl with Grilled Avocado, Citrus “Scandal” Salsa & Charred Hearts of Palm

CrushedLemon1034

Inspired by the viral Coldplay concert moment in Foxborough, this bowl is a California summer spectacle—full of vibrant color, a little heat, and an unexpected twist. Grilled avocados (smooth on the outside, dramatic within) and charred hearts of palm symbolize the tension on the jumbotron, while a citrusy salsa brings brightness, zing, and a hint of scandal to the table. Toasted pepitas add crunch, microgreens keep it fresh, and every bite is as memorable as a camera-panned crowd. This bowl is fully vegan, gluten-free, keto, and California-cool.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high. Brush avocado halves and hearts of palm coins with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt and smoked paprika.
Grill avocados, cut side down, for 2-3 minutes until grill marks form. Grill hearts of palm for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly charred. Set aside to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, orange and grapefruit segments, reserved juices, cilantro, mint, jalapeño (if using), 1 tbsp olive oil, vinegar, 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, and black pepper. Toss gently. Taste and adjust salt/acid as needed.
To assemble: Place a base of microgreens or baby arugula in each bowl. Fan out watermelon radish slices. Add grilled hearts of palm and tuck in a grilled avocado half per bowl.
Spoon generous amounts of the citrus “scandal” salsa over and around the avocado. Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds and extra herbs as desired.
Serve immediately, celebrating all the zesty drama!