Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Citrus and Cinnamon Spinach Salad, a culinary delight that tantalizes your taste buds. This vibrant salad combines the refreshing tang of citrus fruits, the warm embrace of cinnamon, and the earthy goodness of spinach, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. With variations such as Orange and Cinnamon Spinach Salad, Grapefruit and Cinnamon Spinach Salad, and Lemon and Cinnamon Spinach Salad, this recipe offers a versatile canvas for your culinary creativity. Embark on a flavor journey that will leave you craving more.
**Recipe 1: Citrus and Cinnamon Spinach Salad**
This classic recipe forms the foundation of our flavor exploration. Succulent baby spinach leaves provide a bed for the vibrant citrus segments, while toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch. The dressing, a delicate balance of citrus juices, honey, Dijon mustard, and cinnamon, brings all the elements together in a burst of flavor.
**Recipe 2: Orange and Cinnamon Spinach Salad**
In this variation, juicy oranges take center stage, adding their sweet and tangy notes to the salad. Candied walnuts, with their caramelized coating, elevate the taste experience, while crumbled feta cheese contributes a salty, tangy dimension.
**Recipe 3: Grapefruit and Cinnamon Spinach Salad**
For a slightly bitter yet refreshing twist, the Grapefruit and Cinnamon Spinach Salad introduces ruby red grapefruit segments. Sliced avocado lends a creamy texture, while toasted pecans add a nutty richness. The honey-cinnamon dressing brings harmony to the diverse flavors.
**Recipe 4: Lemon and Cinnamon Spinach Salad**
This variation shines with the bright and zesty flavors of lemon. Lemon zest and juice infuse the dressing with a vibrant citrus punch, while thinly sliced red onions impart a subtle sharpness. Toasted almonds add a delightful crunch, completing this refreshing salad.
Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, allowing you to tailor the salad to your preferences. Experiment with different citrus fruits, nuts, and cheeses to create your own signature salad. The Citrus and Cinnamon Spinach Salad is a delightful symphony of flavors, ready to take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey.
CITRUS SPINACH SALAD
Grapefruit and orange segments add zest to this delightful salad that's tossed with a pleasant honey-lime dressing. It's perfect for a springtime luncheon or shower. -Pauline Taylor, Spokane, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the honey, lime juice, lime zest and nutmeg; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream until dressing is thickened. , In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, oranges and grapefruit. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with onion. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
THE PERFECT SUNDAY BRUNCH SPINACH SALAD
My coworker Lori makes this salad whenever she is in charge of Friday breakfast and we all absolutely love it...and it's so easy. Absolutely no cooking required, so it's great during the warm summer months.
Provided by Chez Christine
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place spinach in a large bowl. Arrange bananas, strawberries, mandarin oranges, cranberries, and pine nuts on top. Toss with poppy seed dressing before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 271.2 mg, Sugar 19.5 g
SPINACH ORANGE SALAD
Spinach, orange, and bacon star in this colorful fresh salad.
Provided by LaurasFaves
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces.
- Separate oranges into individual wedges. Cut each wedge into thirds.
- Combine bacon, oranges, spinach, red onion, and pine nuts in a large bowl; toss lightly.
- Whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, and salt together in a small bowl to make dressing.
- Drizzle some dressing over the spinach mixture; toss to coat. Serve remaining dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
CITRUS SPINACH SALAD WITH FETA AND CRANBERRY DRESSING
Summer citrus salads are always a must in our Texas heat. This spinach and grapefruit salad is a quick and easy fix that can be whipped up easily with most items you already keep in your pantry/kitchen. I can easily have this as a meal in itself but it works great as a side salad with a cool cucumber/alfalfa/tzatziki 1/2 sandwich. The options are endless and yours to create. Add some sliced strawberries for sweetness and bright, festive color.
Provided by Sahara B
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the preheated oven until golden and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Zest orange and reserve. Slice the tops and bottoms of grapefruit and cut along the curves, top-down, to remove skins and piths. Repeat with orange. Cut fruits into segments on a plate or shallow bowl, cutting from connective membranes and catching any extra juices (save juices for dressing). Squeeze segments lightly for extra juice.
- Combine toasted walnuts, spinach, feta cheese, and grapefruit and orange slices in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour grapefruit and orange juices into a measuring cup and add enough cranberry juice to reach 1/3 cup. Whisk in olive oil, turbinado sugar, 1 teaspoon reserved orange zest, parsley, and kosher salt until dressing is thickened. Drizzle over salad. Garnish with any remaining orange zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 478.6 mg, Sugar 21 g
EASY AND AWESOME SPINACH SALAD
This is a very easy spinach salad to make. The dressing has some unusual ingredients but is very delicious. I never have leftovers at potlucks when I take this salad.
Provided by Lady Scrapalot
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the bacon into a skillet over medium heat, and cook until browned and crisp, turning often, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to absorb excess grease. Crumble the bacon when cool.
- Place the spinach into a large salad bowl, and sprinkle with the bacon, hard-cooked eggs, and onion. Gently toss the salad.
- In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, ketchup, vegetable oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce until the sugar has dissolved. Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 57.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 15.7 g
SPINACH AND CITRUS SALAD
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients for dressing and 1/4 cup reserved citrus liquid. Add spinach and toss. Divide dressed spinach onto chilled salad plates. Divide citrus salad among plates and garnish with crumbled goat cheese.
SPINACH SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients for the Citrus Vinaigrette in a jar or a tight-sealing plastic container. Shake to blend.
- Combine the spinach, orange segments, almonds, red onion, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss with the Citrus Vinaigrette. Serve on individual plates, topped with 1 or 2 Parmesan Frico.
- Note
- To cut orange segments, first use a small sharp knife to cut off the top and bottom of the orange. Stand the orange on one of the cut ends and make long, straight cuts to slice away all of the peel and white pith. Hold the peeled orange in your palm and cut on each side of the membranes to free the segments.
REFRESHING CITRUS SALAD
A very refreshing light salad with a delicious light dressing.
Provided by Tina Andre' Fox
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Mixed Greens Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine canola oil, sugar, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, onion, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, and paprika in a jar. Close and shake jar until dressing is well mixed.
- Place salad greens in a large bowl. Pour in half of the dressing; toss to mix. Arrange mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes, almonds, Gorgonzola cheese, and green onions on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 31.7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 75.7 mg, Sugar 21.2 g
CITRUS SALAD
Fresh summer fruit and lettuce salad made fast and easy.
Provided by BARBMD
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Orange Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place lime slices, tangerine sections, navel orange, and grapefruit in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the lime zest, mandarin orange zest, shallots, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Pour over the fruit. Arrange dressed fruit atop romaine lettuce to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 300.1 mg, Sugar 12.5 g
CITRUS SPINACH SALAD
A nice, refreshing twist on a spinach salad - a perfect compliment to any holiday meal! Great with Ham! ****Noteworthy - this makes quite a bit of dressing - so depending on your taste, you may want to increase the amount of salad fixings or slightly decrease the dressing (or just save it for another day!!).
Provided by Mommy Diva
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toss spinach, onion, oranges and pine nuts together.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients.
- Pour over salad and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.2, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 3.3, Sodium 83.1, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 14.1, Protein 3.2
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly before using.
- If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use 1/2 cup of orange juice instead.
- Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup to taste.
- For a more tangy dressing, add a tablespoon of lemon juice.
- If you like a crunchier salad, add some chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Serve the salad immediately after making it for the best flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
This citrus and cinnamon spinach salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your greens. It's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and the dressing is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, this salad is sure to please.
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