Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
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5
Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
Description
Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing blends tender spinach with juicy grapefruit and orange sections accented by toasted almonds for texture. The citrus dressing, made with olive oil, white wine vinegar, fresh grapefruit juice, orange zest, sugar, salt, and a hint of cinnamon, provides a lively and slightly sweet tang that complements the salad components.
The salad offers a refreshing mix of flavors and textures — the slight bitterness of raw spinach, sweet and tart citrus fruits, and crunchy almonds enhanced by the aromatic, lightly spiced dressing. It can serve as a light side dish or a palate-cleansing starter.
Variations noted in the recipe include adding pomegranate seeds during holidays for color, fresh mint for aroma in summer, or thinly sliced red onion to introduce more layers of flavor. Using mixed greens instead of spinach is possible but may affect freshness, so toss with dressing right before serving. Incorporating Dijon mustard into the dressing can add creaminess and depth in winter versions.
Ingredients
DRESSING
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon orange zest grated
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
SALAD
- 4 ounces spinach stemmed, washed and dried, fresh
- 1 grapefruit peeled and sectioned
- 1 orange , peeled and sectioned
- ¼ cup almonds chopped almonds, toasted
Instructions
- Mix together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, cover and chill until ready to serve.
- Place the spinach, fruits in a large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat well. Sprinkle the almonds over the salad and toss again.
Notes
- Add pomegranate seeds during the holiday season for festive color enhancements.
- Include fresh mint leaves for a refreshing note in the summer months.
- Thinly sliced red onion can add an additional flavor layer to the salad.
- Using mixed greens instead of spinach is possible, but dress right before serving to prevent wilting.
- For a creamier dressing, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard, especially in winter versions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 96mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3394IU | 68% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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