REFRESHING CITRUS, MIXED GREENS, AND AVOCADO SALAD

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Refreshing Citrus, Mixed Greens, and Avocado Salad image

A flavor-bursting citrus and mixed greens salad with a refreshing vinaigrette

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories     Winter Salad

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For the salad:
2 cups mixed tender greens
2 medium, sweet Cara Cara oranges
1 small avocado, sliced thinly
¼ cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped (or almonds)
¼ cup pomegranate arils
--- black & white sesame seeds (optional)
For the vinaigrette:
5 TBSP. extra virgin olive oil
1 TBSP. white balsamic vinegar
2 TBSPS. fresh orange juice
1 TBSP. shallot, minced
½ tsp. honey
--- sea salt
--- freshly ground pepper
¼ tsp. finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, removing as much of the pith as possible. Remove any seeds and slice the oranges very thinly. Peel and slice the avocado.
  • To make the vinaigrette, combine all the ingredients in a mason jar and shake well. Dip a piece of the greens into the mixture to taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
  • Divide the salad greens among four plates (or use a large shallow bowl for group service). Place the sliced oranges and the avocado slices on top of the greens. Add the pomegranate arils and the toasted nuts. Sprinkle some sesame seeds on the avocado slices (if using).
  • Drizzle some of the vinaigrette over the salad or serve.

Ashik Khan
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I love the pop of color that the citrus fruits add to this salad.


August J Mentoor
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover citrus fruits.


Barbara Jenkins
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I've made this salad for potlucks and it's always a hit.


Dot Fleming
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This salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Joshua Shoulders
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I love that this salad is light and healthy, but still filling.


Mohammad Ishaq
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Omoalade Singer
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I've tried this salad with different types of citrus fruits and it's always delicious.


catherine Doyle
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The avocado adds a nice creamy texture to the salad.


Sha Nali
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I love how refreshing this salad is. It's perfect for a hot summer day.


Adam Fish
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


Muhammad abu hanifa islam razvi kiron
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


nishat tabassum
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The dressing is amazing! I love the balance of sweet and tangy.


Sadeq Yaar
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This salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.