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Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette for a Fresh Twist

Enjoy a refreshing Bright Spring Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette that celebrates seasonal flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens A blend of spinach, arugula, and romaine.
  • 1 cup Strawberries Sliced; substitute with blueberries or raspberries if desired.
  • 1 large Orange Segmented; can be swapped for grapefruit.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Thinly sliced; consider using bell pepper as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced; omit for a milder taste.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional; can be replaced with goat cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts or Pecans Toasted for added crunch; switch to sunflower seeds for nut-free.
For the Citrus Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Base of the vinaigrette.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed for vibrant flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup For natural sweetness; use agave syrup for vegan.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Whisk
  • Salad Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash mixed salad greens, hull strawberries, segment orange, slice cucumber and red onion. Set aside in a large bowl.
  2. Toast Nuts: In a skillet, toast walnuts or pecans over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
  3. Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a serving bowl, add mixed salad greens, strawberries, orange segments, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Add Vinaigrette: Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss gently.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle feta cheese and toasted nuts over the salad, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served immediately. Store leftovers without vinaigrette for up to 1 day.

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