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Seasonal Sensations · Mediterranean-inspired

Zesty Summer Citrus Salad

A burst of sunshine in every bite.

This vibrant summer salad combines the refreshing notes of citrus with the crisp crunch of fresh greens. It's a quick, easy dish that's perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing dinner side, bringing a slice of sunshine to your plate all season long.

vegetariangluten-freerefreshinglightsummer

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Serves

4

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

Salad

  • 2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
  • 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
  • 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. 1

    Prepare the Citrus

    Peel and segment the orange and grapefruit. Remove any seeds and set the segments aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, citrus segments, red onion slices, and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving plate or individual bowls. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Origin story

Inspired by the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean, this salad highlights the vibrant, juicy flavors of seasonal citrus fruits, bringing a taste of summer to any occasion.

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