Cozy Citrus Greens Salad (Printable)

Hearty greens paired with citrus, toasted nuts, and tangy vinaigrette create a refreshing, flavorful dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 5 oz baby kale or spinach
02 - 2 cups chopped Swiss chard

→ Citrus

03 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
04 - 1 large grapefruit, peeled and segmented

→ Crunch

05 - 1/3 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped

→ Cheese (optional)

06 - 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta

→ Vinaigrette

07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
02 - Place baby kale or spinach and chopped Swiss chard into a large salad bowl.
03 - Incorporate the orange and grapefruit segments into the greens.
04 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to ensure even coating.
05 - Scatter toasted pecans or walnuts and optionally sprinkle crumbled goat cheese or feta on top.
06 - Present the salad promptly to maintain freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels indulgent but comes together faster than ordering takeout.
  • The citrus cuts through winter heaviness without feeling too light or boring.
02 -
  • Dry your greens completely or the dressing will pool at the bottom and taste watery.
  • Segment the citrus over a bowl to catch the juice, then squeeze the membranes into the dressing for extra brightness.
03 -
  • Use a serrated knife to peel the citrus all the way down to the flesh so there's no bitter pith clinging to the segments.
  • Let the toasted nuts cool completely before adding them or they'll wilt the greens on contact.

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