15 Winter Citrus Salad Recipes To Toss Up Now
No question, bright citruses of all kinds are one of the stars of the winter produce scene. Oranges, lemons, grapefruit and limes dazzle the senses and give us a healthy dose of vitamin C that knows how to fight a cold naturally. This collection of 16 citrusy salads features the gem-toned fruits front and center and with selections for both breakfast and dinner, you can enjoy digging in all day long.
Kale Avocado Salad with Citrus, Pepitas, Dates & Sumac Vinaigrette
No more limp lettuce. Instead, crunchy kale blends with avocado, grapefruit, and pepitas for a yummy you'll love. The addition of juicy lemon and orange segments are a welcome one. (via Grilled Cheese Social)
Tomato, Onion, and Roasted Lemon Salad
Blanched and roasted lemons offer a sweet, fragrant twist to this juicy tomato salad. It’s a fun change of pace from the expected caprese. (via Bon Appetit)
Citrus Salad with Rosemary and Olives
Fried rosemary and olives, along with peppery arugula, offer an almost bitter counterpoint to the sweet, in-season fruit. (via The Tart Tart)
Roasted Beet, Avocado, and Orange Salad (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
A well-balanced mix of earthy, sweet and sour flavors feature heavily in this colorful salad. (via The Miniature Moose)
Pimm's Fruit Salad
If all fruit salads tasted as good as this one — enhanced by a homemade Pimm’s syrup — we’d have no trouble getting our daily allotment. (via Daily Mail)
Fresh Citrus and Cranberry Salad
Enjoy the sweet taste of sliced oranges and full cranberries that make this a citrus salad that's a perfect pre-cursor to spring! (via Better Homes and Gardens)
Chickpea & Sumac Onion Salad with Roasted Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Did someone order a tasty meal filled with chickpeas and sumac onion with roasted lemon vinaigrette drizzled on top? (via My Weekend's Cooked)
Cranberry Orange Brussels Sprout Slaw
Slaw gets a winter-ready makeover with this recipe. Instead of the usual cabbage, shredded Brussels sprouts come out to play. (via Recipe Runner)
Lobster Salad with Grapefruit & Avocado
Lobster, crab and shrimp are all solid seafood choices for this tangy, fresh salad. (via Williams-Sonoma)
Orange, Avocado & Candied Pistachio Salad
Using a mix of oranges and avocado slices yields a lovely assortment of hues in mere minutes. You could stop there, but a finishing sprinkle of candied pistachios takes the dish to a whole other level. (via Every Last Bite)
Steak with Citrus and Avocados Salad
Put slices of fresh or leftover steak to use in this citrus salad for a bright, healthy meal that’s ready in minutes. (via The Organic Kitchen)
Citrus Burrata Salad
Between the crunch of pomegranate and arugula, you’ll get a ton of awesome texture in every bite of this citrus salad, no croutons required. (via Crowded Kitchen)
Israeli Salad of Oranges and Black Olives
If you’re looking for something more out of the ordinary, this is it. Featuring briny olives and spicy harissa, this is a citrus salad unlike any other. (via Joy of Kosher)
Citrus Salad
A cinnamon-yogurt dressing is served on the side, making this a great make-ahead item for your next brunch. (via Green Kitchen Stories)
Tangy rounds of spicy, fried goat cheese work brilliantly with candied Meyer lemons and tender greens. An especially fab salad for the transition from winter to spring. (via How Sweet Eats)
How do you enjoy winter citrus most of all? Share your preferences and recipes below.
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