Grapefruit Recipes

January 16, 2014

Juicy and sweet-tart, grapefruit peaks in late winter and early spring, just when we're craving its bright, sunny flavor the most. Whether eaten out of hand, juiced for cocktails or a marinade, segmented for a salad, frozen for granita, broiled, or grilled, it's one of our favorite fruits.

Glazed Grapefruit cake — Broiled, sugared grapefruit slices and a citrus glaze top this moist cake scented with zest. See the recipe for Glazed Grapefruit Cake »Ingalls Photography

Grapefruit and Seafood Ceviche — Grapefruit juice, fiery jalapeño, and fragrant ginger transform shrimp, scallops, and calamari into an aromatic, spicy salad. Get the recipe »Ingalls Photography

Dtam Som Oo (Thai Pomelo Salad) — Sweet pomelo pairs beautifully with chiles, peanuts, and mint in this recipe for a classic Thai salad from Talde in Brooklyn, New York. See the recipe for Dtam Som Oo »Ingalls Photography

Gluten-Free Grapefruit Cake — This moist cake soaked with citrus-infused syrup gets its nutty flavor and hearty texture from a blend of almond flour and coarsely ground yellow cornmeal.Helen Rosner

Rich dark rum is brushed over grapefruit halves, which are then sprinkled with sugar and cayenne pepper before broiling. See the recipe for Rum-Broiled Grapefruit »Ingalls Photography

Risotto with Grapefruit and Seared Scallops — Sweet sea scallops complement this creamy prosciutto-laced risotto accented with tart grapefruit.Ingalls Photography

recipe-grapefruit-terrine-500x750-i163 — Grapefruit is suspended in orange-liqueur-spiked gelatin in this recipe adapted from one in Stéphane Reynaud's book Terrine (Phaidon Press, 2008). See the recipe for Grapefruit Terrine »Ingalls Photography

Grapefruit-and-Sugar-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin — Slathered on pork tenderloin and roasted, a marinade of grapefruit, brown sugar, and spices caramelizes to an exquisite crust.Ingalls Photography

Sparkling Vanilla-Grapefruit Granita — Fragrant vanilla enhances the taste of this refreshing, slushy dessert.Ingalls Photography

Sautéed Crab with Avocado, Grapefruit and Herb Salad — Crabmeat is rubbed with a smoky chile paste, then sautéed and tossed in a refreshing salad of creamy avocado, tart grapefruit, and herbs.Penny De Los Santos

Grapefruit & Habanero Skirt Steak with Grilled Tomato Salsa — Sweet papaya and tart ruby red grapefruit juice tame the heat of the Scotch bonnet pepper in the marinade for the steak, while the vegetables for the accompanying jalapeño-laced salsa get charred on the fire along with the meat.Todd Coleman

Sweet and peach-hued, the winning combination of ruby red grapefruit juice and bitter Campari becomes even more refreshing when frozen. We like to enjoy this granita as a pre-dinner treat.Laura Sant

Delicately spiced, tangy escabeche, a preparation typical of the Yucatan, makes a vibrant marinade and sauce for stewed chicken. The grapefruit, orange, and lime juices called for in this recipe approximate the flavor of the Yucatan's sour oranges, which are difficult to get here.James Oseland

Whole Cranberry Sauce — Fresh orange and grapefruit juice add zest to this seasonal staple. **See the Recipe for Whole Cranberry Sauce »**Vanessa Rees

Marinated in a crimson achiote and citrus juice marinade and served with pickled onions, this chicken dish is eaten all over the Yucatan. It gets an additional layer of flavor from the banana leaves that line the inside of the pot, but should you opt not to use them, the result will still be delicious.James Oseland

This citrus-spiked sheet cake is a Texas potluck favorite. **See the Recipe for Grapefruit Cake »**André Baranowski

The recipe for this salad is from chef Jeremy Marshall of Aquagrill in New York City. **See the Recipe for Lobster and Avocado Salad »**Andre Baranowski

Latest

Our 50 Best Shrimp Recipes Will Turn You Into a Seafood Master

Our 45 Best Indian Recipes

Our Best Skillet Recipes

Our Favorite Southern Food

Our 24 Best Savory Pies

Pasta Salad Recipes and Potato Salad Recipes

The Elusive Story of the Bread-and-Butter Pickle Sandwich

23 Easy Green Salads

Leave It to That Eccentric Genius Chef Patrick O’Connell to Serve Up Surprise and Delight Just When We Need It Most