Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable citrus salad, where the vibrant flavors of fresh citrus fruits meet the aromatic essence of star anise syrup. This salad is a symphony of sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors, making it a perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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CITRUS SALAD WITH STAR ANISE
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
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.
CITRUS SALAD WITH STAR ANISE SYRUP
Provided by Melissa Roberts
Categories Salad Brunch Dessert Side Christmas Vegetarian Quick & Easy Grapefruit Orange Healthy Anise Simmer Gourmet Fat Free Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dissolve sugar in water in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring. Add star anise and simmer 5 minutes. Let stand off heat 30 minutes.
- Cut peel, including white pith, from fruit with a sharp knife. Cut segments free from membranes into a bowl. Squeeze juice from membranes into bowl.
- Add syrup with star anise to fruit and juice and stir gently. Remove star anise before serving if desired.
CITRUS SALAD
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
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
FRUIT SALAD WITH STAR ANISE SYRUP
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.
Tips:
- Choose the right citrus fruits: Select a variety of citrus fruits with different colors, flavors, and textures. This will add visual appeal and complexity to your salad.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like mint, basil, or cilantro add a pop of flavor and freshness to the salad. Chop them finely and sprinkle them on top of the salad before serving.
- Make the star anise syrup ahead of time: The star anise syrup can be made up to 2 weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This will save you time when assembling the salad.
- Adjust the sweetness of the syrup to your taste: If you prefer a less sweet syrup, reduce the amount of sugar. You can also add a bit of honey or agave nectar for a more natural sweetness.
- Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled, so refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This citrus salad with star anise syrup is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests.
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