Winter Citrus Fruit Salad (Printable)
A bright medley of citrus fruits with honey-lime dressing and mint, perfect for chilly days.
# What You'll Need:
→ Citrus Fruits
01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 2 blood oranges, peeled and segmented
03 - 2 clementines or tangerines, peeled and segmented
04 - 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
→ Additional Fruit
05 - 1 pomegranate, arils only
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
→ Garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn or chopped
# How-to Steps:
01 - Remove peel and white pith from all citrus fruits, segment each, and discard any seeds.
02 - Place the citrus segments along with pomegranate arils into a large mixing bowl.
03 - Whisk honey or agave syrup, lime juice, and lime zest together in a small bowl until well combined.
04 - Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to evenly coat all pieces.
05 - Sprinkle fresh mint leaves atop the salad immediately before serving.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- This salad feels like sharing a secret sunshine boost with a good friend on a gray day
- The balance of sweet and tangy citrus quickly made it a go-to when I needed something fresh and effortless
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- Removing all the white pith from the citrus segments is key to avoiding bitterness that can ruin the dish
- The dressing is best made fresh—don't skip the zest for that extra zing that ties everything together
03 -
- Always segment citrus over a bowl to catch juices for the dressing—no flavor goes to waste
- The dressing's balance is everything: too much honey hides the citrus brightness; too little leaves it tart