Best 7 Citrus Salad With Pistachios Maple Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing burst of flavors with our citrus salad featuring an unbeatable combination of fresh citrus, crunchy pistachios, and a luscious maple vinaigrette dressing. This vibrant salad is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty, making it an ideal side or main course for any occasion. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where each bite transports you to a citrus grove under the Mediterranean sun.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE CITRUS SALAD



Maple Citrus Salad image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings (3/4 cup serving size)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 navel oranges
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
Pinch cinnamon

Steps:

  • With a vegetable peeler remove a 2 by 1-inch piece of zest from 1 of the oranges, being careful not to peel off any of the white pith. Cut into thin strips and set aside.
  • Cut about 1/2 inch off of the top and bottom each piece of fruit. Remove the peel and pith from each piece of fruit by standing it on its end and cutting down along the curve of the fruit. Slice the fruit into 1/4 inch thick rounds and arrange on a platter.
  • In a small bowl combine the maple syrup, lemon juice and cinnamon. Pour the dressing over the fruit, garnish with the zest and serve.

CITRUS SALAD WITH FENNEL VINAIGRETTE



Citrus Salad with Fennel Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Leafy Green     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Buffet     Grapefruit     Orange     Fennel     Winter     Healthy     Tangerine     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Sesame clusters:
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup sesame seeds
Dressing and salad:
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 small fennel bulb, finely chopped, plus 1/2 cup chopped fronds
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled ginger
1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
4 navel oranges, blood oranges, tangerines, and/or grapefruit
10 cups mixed hardy salad greens (such as radicchio, frisée, and/or endive; about 1 pound)
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

Steps:

  • For sesame clusters:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk egg white in a small bowl until slightly foamy; whisk in sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Add sesame seeds and toss to coat.
  • Spoon sesame mixture in clumps on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Let cool.
  • DO AHEAD: Sesame clusters can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  • For dressing and salad:
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped fennel, shallot, ginger, and fennel seeds and cook, stirring often, until tender (do not let brown), 8-10 minutes. Mix in vinegar and honey. Let cool; season with salt and pepper.
  • Finely grate 1 teaspoon zest from 1 orange; set aside. Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from all oranges; discard. Cut between membranes to release segments into a medium bowl; discard membranes.
  • Toss greens, parsley, fennel fronds, oranges, and dressing in a large bowl. Serve topped with sesame clusters and reserved orange zest.
  • DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

CITRUS SALAD



Citrus Salad image

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

1 lime - zested, peeled, and sliced
1 mandarin orange (tangerine) - zested, peeled, and sectioned
1 navel orange, peeled and sectioned
1 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 bulb shallots, diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
1 head romaine lettuce, torn

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

ARUGULA SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



Arugula Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette image

Arugula is a delicious alternative to lettuce, and the citrus juice dressing is a delicious alternative to heavier store bought dressings. A lovely precursor to most meals, or a great stand-alone in the summer. Garnish with walnuts or sunflower seeds, if you like.

Provided by JEANNETTE777

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
salt to taste
6 ounces arugula - rinsed, dried and torn
1 pear, cored and sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine grapefruit juice, orange juice, olive oil, and salt. Shake vigorously.
  • In a salad bowl, combine arugula, pear, and red pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 158.7 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

ALL GREEN SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



All Green Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette image

Provided by Leah Koenig

Categories     Salad     Passover     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Basil     Asparagus     Avocado     Cucumber     Sugar Snap Pea     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the salad:
Kosher salt
2 bunches asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds), ends trimmed and cut on a diagonal into 1-inch pieces
1 romaine heart, roughly chopped
1 English hothouse cucumber, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced
1 ripe avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
15 basil leaves, torn
1/3 cup torn fresh dill fronds
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette:
  • Whisk shallot, vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, and honey in a medium bowl until combined. Add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly, until combined. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • For the salad:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; prepare a large bowl of ice water and a rimmed baking sheet lined with paper towels. Add asparagus to the boiling water and cook until crisp tender, 1-2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider and immediately plunge into the ice water until chilled, then use slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to baking sheet to drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine romaine, cucumber, avocado, basil, dill, and blanched asparagus. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine. Serve salad with remaining dressing on the side.

SUMMER SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



Summer Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette image

I live in Orange County and, as you might guess by our county's name, there are plenty of orange trees here. This salad is one of my favorite ways to use this delightful fruit. It makes a nice light supper on a hot day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
SALAD:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
4 cups torn romaine
2 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk together first five ingredients., For salad, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat. If desired, sprinkle with salt., Place romaine, fruit and beef in a serving dish. Toss with vinaigrette. If desired, top with walnuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRISEE SALAD WITH PISTACHIOS AND DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Frisee Salad with Pistachios and Dijon Vinaigrette image

A crisp green salad is always a good idea. Here, two pleasantly bitter chicories -- frisee and radicchio -- are tossed with aromatic tarragon, crunchy pistachios, and a bright lemon-Dijon dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces frisee (1 to 2 bunches), stems trimmed, leaves torn into 3-inch pieces (about 15 cups)
1/2 small head radicchio, preferably Treviso, cored and thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves, plus tarragon flowers (optional)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup shelled raw pistachios

Steps:

  • Combine frisee, radicchio, and tarragon leaves in a serving bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, lemon juice, and sugar. Slowly whisk in oil; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with pistachios and tarragon flowers and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of citrus fruits for a more complex flavor. Grapefruit, oranges, and blood oranges are all good choices.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme or oregano.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of maple syrup in the vinaigrette to taste. If you like a sweeter dressing, add more maple syrup. If you prefer a more tart dressing, add less maple syrup.
  • The salad can be served immediately or chilled for up to 2 hours before serving.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of chopped nuts before serving.

Conclusion:

This citrus salad with pistachios and maple vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of citrus fruits, pistachios, and creamy goat cheese is delicious and the maple vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness and tartness. This salad is also very easy to make and can be ready in just 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give this citrus salad a try!

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