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Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette for Fresh Flavors

This Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette features vibrant produce and is customizable for seasonal freshness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 cups Mixed Salad Greens Blend of spinach, arugula, and romaine.
  • 1 cup Strawberries Fresh, sliced.
  • 1 large Orange Segmented, or blood orange for variation.
  • 1 large Cucumber English cucumber recommended, sliced.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced, can soak in water.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumble, optional.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Toasted, can substitute with pecans.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Base for vinaigrette.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Or maple syrup to taste.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine salad greens, sliced strawberries, cucumber, and segmented oranges.
  2. Add thinly sliced red onion. Soak in cold water if preferred for milder flavor.
  3. In a separate bowl, pour olive oil, followed by orange juice and lemon juice.
  4. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds, then add honey or maple syrup, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently.
  6. Crumble feta cheese on top and sprinkle with toasted walnuts or pecans.
  7. Transfer to a wide bowl and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store salad in an airtight container for 3 days. Keep dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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