Citrus Spinach Salad
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Citrus Spinach Salad is a refreshing addition to any mealtime spread. Featuring tender baby spinach paired with juicy orange and grapefruit segments, creamy avocado, and a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Toasted sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch, while a zesty homemade dressing of honey, olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard ties everything together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this nutrient-packed salad is perfect for a light lunch or as an elegant side dish. Loaded with fresh ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for fans of healthy eating, citrus flavors, and seasonal salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1 large orange
- 1 large grapefruit
- 1 medium avocado
- 0.25 small red onion
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.
Peel and segment the orange and grapefruit, removing any seeds and membranes. Add the citrus segments to the spinach.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and thinly slice the flesh. Add the slices to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion into rings and add them to the bowl.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden. Allow to cool and sprinkle over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Citrus Spinach Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.8 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 862 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1757 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
