Best 3 Citrus Salad With Star Anise Syrup Recipes

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Brighten up your day with a refreshing and flavorful Citrus Salad with Star Anise Syrup! This vibrant salad combines the tangy sweetness of citrus fruits with the aromatic warmth of star anise syrup, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Our recipe features a medley of grapefruit, orange, lemon, and lime segments, tossed in a light dressing of honey, olive oil, and zesty citrus juice. The star of the show is the star anise syrup, which adds a unique and exotic touch with its sweet, licorice-like flavor. This salad is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, with the colorful citrus segments arranged beautifully on a bed of leafy greens. Enjoy this Citrus Salad with Star Anise Syrup as a refreshing appetizer, a light lunch, or a vibrant side dish that will impress your family and friends.

In addition to the main citrus salad recipe, our article also includes variations using different citrus fruits and flavor combinations. Try the Blood Orange and Pomegranate Salad for a ruby-red twist, or the Meyer Lemon and Avocado Salad for a creamy and tangy delight. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. For a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage, we've included a recipe for Sparkling Citrus Water infused with star anise and citrus zest. This aromatic water is perfect for sipping on a warm day or enjoying as a healthy alternative to sugary drinks.

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FRUIT SALAD WITH STAR ANISE SYRUP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large pink grapefruits, peeled and segmented
3 small oranges, peeled and segmented
1 pommelo or white grapefruit, peeled and segmented
1/4 cup fresh or canned lychees (about 8)
1/2 large pomegranate, seeded, some set aside for garnish
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup good-quality grade A maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 star anise
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Prepare the fruit and chill in the fridge.
  • Just before serving, in a small saute pan, warm the orange juice, maple syrup, cinnamon and star anise and mix well to infuse their flavors. Remove from the heat and chill in the fridge.
  • Just before serving, arrange the fruit into shallow dessert bowls, drizzle with the chilled syrup and sprinkle with the extra pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh mint.

CITRUS SALAD WITH STAR ANISE



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Categories     Citrus     Dessert     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Grapefruit     Orange     Spring     Healthy     Vegan     Gourmet     Fat Free     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
4 whole star anise or 1 teaspoon anise seeds
3 assorted grapefruits such as white, pink, and ruby
2 navel oranges

Steps:

  • Simmer water with sugar and anise in a small saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Cool slightly.
  • Cut peel and white pith from grapefruits and oranges with a sharp knife. Working over a bowl, cut grapefruit and orange sections free from membranes. Pour off juice released during cutting from bowl and reserve.
  • Stir syrup into fruit and chill, covered, 1 hour. Stir in reserved juice to taste.

WINTER CITRUS SALAD WITH HONEY DRESSING



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This citrus salad requires only that you overcome the notion that salads must be green; it's a novel and wonderful antidote to sorry-looking lettuce. If you're lucky and can find blood oranges, use them; same with the odd, supremely delicious and usually quite pricey pomelos.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 blood oranges or tangerines
1 pink grapefruit
1 navel orange
Salt
1/2 small red onion or 1 shallot, chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey
Lime or lemon juice to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly chopped tarragon or a pinch dried

Steps:

  • Peel citrus, removing as much pith as possible, and slice into wheels. Remove any pits, layer fruit on a serving dish, sprinkle with salt and garnish with chopped onion.
  • Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, lime juice and tarragon until well combined; taste, adjust seasoning as needed and drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 168, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 392 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of citrus fruits. This will give your salad a complex and refreshing taste.
  • If you don't have star anise, you can substitute another spice, such as cinnamon or cloves.
  • Be sure to let the syrup cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will help the flavors meld together.
  • Garnish your salad with fresh herbs, such as mint or basil. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Citrus Salad with Star Anise Syrup is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer gathering. The combination of citrus fruits, star anise syrup, and fresh herbs creates a unique and delicious taste. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights.

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