Parsley Grapefruit And Red Onion Salsa Recipes

SALSA VERDE (CAPER AND PARSLEY SAUCE)

Steps:

• If using capers packed in salt, in a small bowl soak in water to cover by 2 inches for 15 minutes and drain. In a food processor combine all ingredients except vinegar and finely chop. Salsa verde may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salsa verde to room temperature before proceeding. Just before serving, stir in vinegar.

RUBY RED GRAPEFRUIT SALSA

Steps:

• Mix the grapefruit, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and sugar together in a medium bowl.
• Combine the lime juice and olive oil (mix well) and pour over the grapefruit mixture.
• Toss well, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

GRAPEFRUIT SALSA

Steps:

• Using a knife, slice off the top and bottom of the grapefruit.
• Then start slicing away the peel starting from top to bottom; use the last slice as a guide for cutting away the peel.
• Repeat until completely peeled.
• Remove any remaining white parts (the bitter pith).
• Holding the peeled grapefruit over a small bowl, start cutting away the grapefruit segments (the bowl will catch the juices).
• Slice away the fruit by cutting between the membrane.
• Set aside the grapefruit segments.
• Into the small bowl, squeeze the juice from the grapefruit membrane.
• Add the green onion, mint, jalapeno, red wine vinegar, honey, extra virgin olive oil and pepper; mix thoroughly.
• Add the grapefruit segments.
• Serve or refrigerate until ready to use.

HALIBUT WITH GRAPEFRUIT, PARSLEY, RED ONION, AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Slice the top and bottom of grapefruits with a paring knife. Set one of the flat sides on your work surface. From top to bottom, following the curve of the fruit, cut away peel and white pith. Trim off any remaining pith. Holding the grapefruit over a medium bowl, cut along both sides of 12 segments, staying close to the membrane, to release; discard any seeds.
• Squeeze juice from remaining sections into a small bowl, discarding any seeds. You should have about 1/2 cup juice.
• Add parsley, onion, and olive oil to bowl with grapefruit sections; season with salt and pepper and gently toss to combine. Cover and set aside.
• Pour grapefruit juice into a small nonreactive saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Continue boiling juice until reduced to a thick glaze, about 5 minutes. Whisk in cream and let reduce for 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in 1/2 cup butter, one piece at a time. Whisk in hot sauce and season with salt and pepper; cover and set aside.
• Heat 1/4 cup of grapeseed oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until beginning to crisp, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; set aside, covered, to keep warm.
• Heat remaining 1/4 cup grapeseed oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Season halibut fillets with salt and pepper and place them in skillet. Add remaining tablespoon butter and let melt to prevent fish from sticking to pan. Cook fish, turning once, until opaque, about 3 minutes per side.
• Divide mushrooms evenly between 4 serving plates. Top each with grapefruit salad and a halibut fillet. Spoon over sauce and serve immediately.

PARSLEY, GRAPEFRUIT AND RED ONION SALSA

Steps:

• Put the grapefruit juice, grapefruit, parsley, celery, thyme, salt and pepper in a blender and puree until smooth. Put the salsa in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add the minced red onion. This dip can be stored in the refrigerator in a closed container for up to 2 days. Serve with nuggets of grilled salmon, shrimp or crackers.