Citrus Salad – a wholesome and delicious treat

Whenever I crave some sunshine on my plate, I turn to one of my favorite healthy salad – this Orange Salad recipe. The blend of tangy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts and juicy citrus, combined with a sweet orange honey vinaigrette, has a magical flavor.And, like mine Strawberry Spinach Saladready to serve in just 10 minutes healthy side dishes or a lamp Lunch.

What really sets this citrus salad apart from other fruit salad recipes is that it’s made with my Orange Honey Vinaigrette Wholesome Yum Zero Sugar Orange Honey! This honey is a game-changer with a sweet orange flavor without the sugar commonly found in flavored honeys.

Ingredients and Substitutions

This section explains how to choose the best citrus salad ingredients, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements see Recipe card below.

Citrus Salad:

• spinach – My favorite greens to use in this salad are oranges, but you could use arugula, kale, or spring combination to obtain similar results.
• Tangerine – Oranges, clementines, or even fresh orange slices are all great options. If you want a fruitier salad, consider adding pineapple, strawberry, kiwi or mango chunks.
• goat cheese – Adds creamy texture and rich flavor that contrasts nicely with the fruit. If you like a different kind of cheese, use feta or blue cheese.
• Walnut – Adds earthy flavor and a satisfying crunch. Almonds, pecans, or toasted pine nuts can also create a nutty flavor. Use sunflower seeds or chili peppers for a nut-free option.
• Dried cranberries – I do it by myself Sugar-free dried cranberriesbut store bought Can save time.

Orange Honey Vinaigrette Sauce:

How to Make Citrus Salad

This section shows how to make a salad with citrus, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including quantities and temperatures, see Recipe card below.

1. Mix salad ingredients. Place spinach, citrus, goat cheese, walnuts, and dried cranberries in a large bowl or shallow dish.
2. Make the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, orange honey, sea salt, and black pepper.

3. Throw them together. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the citrus salad. Mix well.

Storage instructions

• Shop: Store the citrus salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, separated from the vinaigrette, to maintain freshness and crunch.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare the orange honey vinaigrette in advance and store it in a container glass bottle in the refrigerator.

What to serve with Mandarin Salad

Pair a citrus salad with a protein or a complete meal:

More Fruit Salad Recipes

Love the sweetness of fresh fruit in your salad? Check out some of my other easy fruit salad recipes:

citrus salad

You'll love this simple citrus salad with spinach, goat cheese, walnuts, cranberries, and a sweet orange-honey vinaigrette.

Prepare: 10 Every minute

All: 10 Every minute

Serving size: 4 (Adjust according to recipe proportion)

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Orange Honey Vinaigrette Sauce:

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1. Place spinach, citrus, goat cheese, walnuts, and dried cranberries in a large bowl or shallow dish.

2. In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, orange honey, sea salt, and black pepper.

3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the citrus salad. Throw on coat.

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nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

Calories Chapter 327

fat 31.2 grams

protein 7.8 grams

total carbohydrates 6 grams

net carbs 1.6 grams

fiber 4.4 grams

sugar 1.4 grams

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