SPRING SUNSHINE SALAD WITH CITRUS PARMESAN DRESSING

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Make and share this Spring Sunshine Salad With Citrus Parmesan Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 -8 handfuls mixed salad greens, washed and dried well (or butter lettuce)
1 -2 medium orange, sectioned, pith removed, cut in half
1 avocado, thinly sliced
1/2 cup toasted nuts (sliced almonds, pine nuts, walnuts, etc)
1/2 cup sliced spring onion (scallions, or green onions)
parmesan cheese, shavings to garnish
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 oranges, zest and juice of
2 tablespoons chopped shallots (or red onion, or scallions)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
2 pinches salt
2 pinches pepper

Steps:

  • Salad:.
  • Wash and dry salad greens well and place them in a large bowl.
  • Add orange pieces, nuts, and onions.
  • Toss well with the Citrus Parmesan Dressing .
  • Add the avocado and toss the salad gently, so as not to mush the avocado.
  • Sprinkle with some Parmesan shavings(using a vegetable peeler).
  • Citrus Parmesan Dressing:.
  • In a bowl combine the grated Parmesan, orange zest and juice, and the shallots.
  • Whisk in the red wine vinegar.
  • Whisk in the olive oil and finish by seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Or you may use a jar and shake the dressing.
  • A few more ideas from Heidi:.
  • Gently heat the dressing and toss with spinach, for a warm, slightly wilted dinner salad.
  • Use the vinaigrette as a marinade.
  • Use it to toss with pasta (stuffed cheese filled pasta is an especially good choice).

Aman Ankush
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I can't wait to try this salad. It looks so delicious!


Sajan Moktan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover ingredients.


Gaming with your bro
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Paul Leavitt
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


offonpoo2Playz
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Abasen Shadab
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover roasted beets and asparagus, and they were perfect in this salad.


jordon bingham
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing is what really makes it - it's so flavorful and tangy.


Arty gor
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of sweet, tangy, and salty. It's the perfect salad for a spring lunch or dinner.


Hafiz Sayed ZOHAIB
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely hit the spot. The combination of flavors and textures was amazing, and the dressing was to die for.


simeneh alemu
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This salad was a delightful burst of sunshine on a cold spring day. The citrus-parmesan dressing was tangy and flavorful, and it perfectly complemented the fresh greens and vegetables.


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