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Winter Citrus Salad

Winter Citrus Salad

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Brighten your winter days with this vibrant Winter Citrus Salad, a refreshing medley of blood oranges, grapefruit, and fresh herbs drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion, whether as a festive centerpiece or a light side dish for weeknight dinners. Packed with vitamins and antioxidants, it not only delights the eyes with its stunning colors but also nourishes the body. Enjoy the invigorating flavors and versatility of this easy-to-make salad that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups arugula or mixed greens
  • 1 blood orange, sliced
  • 1 Cara Cara orange, sliced
  • 1/2 grapefruit, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, sliced
  • Fresh mint or parsley
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 3 tablespoons pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons blood orange juice
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by whisking together blood orange juice, lime juice, red apple vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl. Slowly add olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
  2. In a large bowl or plate, layer arugula or mixed greens at the bottom. Top with slices of blood orange, Cara Cara orange, grapefruit, and red onion.
  3. Sprinkle fresh mint or parsley over the salad. Add pomegranate seeds and pistachios for crunch. Drizzle with the homemade dressing before serving.

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