Description
Fresh salads with a citrusy twist are a delightful way to brighten up your meals. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of seasonal greens and juicy citrus fruits, this salad is not only refreshing but also packed with essential nutrients. Perfect for summer picnics or light dinners, it combines the crisp texture of mixed greens with the zesty notes of oranges, grapefruits, or mandarins. With minimal cooking involved and the option to add proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp, this dish offers incredible versatility for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Mixed greens (baby spinach or arugula)
- Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits, mandarins)
- Cucumber
- Red onion
- Olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Wash mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry.
- Peel and segment citrus fruits; slice cucumber and red onion thinly.
- In a bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, citrus segments, and red onion.
- Whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a separate bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg