Get ready to brighten up your winter days with a refreshing and flavorful salad that will transport you to a sunny citrus grove! Our Winter Citrus Salad with Sherry Vinegar Dressing is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a medley of juicy citrus fruits, crunchy walnuts, and sweet pomegranate seeds, all tied together with a tangy and aromatic dressing. With only 10 minutes of prep time, this salad is the perfect solution for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner that's sure to impress your family and friends. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into our recipe and discover the magic of winter citrus!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 grapefruit, segmented
- 1 orange, segmented
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the citrus fruits by carefully segmenting the grapefruit and orange. To segment, cut off the top and bottom of the fruit, then use a sharp knife to remove the peel and white pith. Carefully cut between the membrane to release clean, juicy segments.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Thinly slice the red onion using a sharp knife, creating delicate, translucent rings.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, sherry vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- In a large serving bowl, spread the mixed greens as a base for the salad.
- Artfully arrange the grapefruit and orange segments over the greens.
- Sprinkle the thinly sliced red onion and pomegranate seeds over the citrus.
- Scatter the toasted walnuts across the salad.
- Just before serving, drizzle the sherry vinegar dressing over the salad.
- Serve immediately to ensure the greens remain crisp and the citrus segments are fresh.
Tips
- To ensure the best results for this recipe, follow these expert tips: Be gentle when segmenting the citrus fruits to avoid releasing their bitterness. Toasting the walnuts brings out their natural oils and enhances their flavor, so don't skip this step! Use a sharp knife to slice the red onion thinly, as this will help to bring out its sweetness. Whisk the dressing ingredients together just before serving to preserve their flavors and textures. Finally, assemble the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp and the citrus segments fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 200kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
