When the weather is dull and cold and the sun can barely be seen through the clouds, you need a meal that can refresh your palate; a meal that can elevate your mood. What better way to do that than by embracing seasonal produce?! This salad’s ingredient list is very simple, but it has contrasting textures and flavors. Crisp fennel pairs with juicy pink grapefruit and sweet Cara Cara oranges. The sweetness and subtle tartness of the citrus fruits balance fennel’s strong anise flavor.

Even though the salad ingredients are simple, they are powerful in flavor. For this reason, we chose to keep the dressing very simple. Extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and pinch of sea salt. That’s all you need to dress the fennel, grapefruit, and oranges. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss gently to coat. At this point, you can let the ingredients remain in the dressing for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to intensify. When ready to serve, feel free to top with fresh parsley, pomegranate arils, or even raw walnuts. You can also top the salad with

As a quick and final note before you make the salad, make sure to thinly slice the fennel. Thick pieces will have a strong anise flavor and may be unpleasant if you are still getting used to fennel. It’s a strong flavor that is reminiscent of black licorice. Just remember that the citrus fruits help tame that intensity. We hope you enjoy!

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Forget the candles because this refreshing winter salad is about to brighten your evening. It is a vibrant combination of sweet Cara Cara oranges, tangy grapefruit, sweetly sour Meyer lemons, and crisp, anise-flavored fennel. Not only does it make for a visually stunning salad, but it is also incredibly flavorful and perfectly for any holiday gathering or cozy dinner. The preparation is simple, but the impact it has on your taste buds is impressive.

There is something about the magical combination of citrus fruits and fennel that can make even the gloomiest of days a little brighter. The flavors dance on your taste buds and lift your spirits, transforming your meal into a haven of deliciousness. One of the great things about this salad is that it is foolproof, requiring minimal culinary skills to pull off. It’s so beautiful that everyone will think a Michelin-star chef prepared it. Some people may refer to this salad as sunshine on a plate! Then the generous adjectives start flowing once people eat it.

First thing’s first, you have to prep your citrus. Begin by peeling the citrus oranges, lemon, and grapefruit and then slice them into thin, uniform rounds. Once you do that, make sure to remove all of the seeds. Slice your fennel bulb thinly because that will help minimize the strong anise flavor. For plating, you can either layer the slices on a large platter and pour the dressing over the ingredients, or you can toss everything together in a large salad bowl and serve like that. Either way, it will be delicious.

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Did you know that in Morocco fresh seasonal fruits are more commonly eaten than cooked desserts. That’s not a bad way to live! Fresh seasonal produce is not only more delicious than out of season produce, but it is also more nutrient-dense. Plus, eating fresh fruit will help reduce your intake of the excess calories, refined carbs, and sugars that are in traditional desserts. To get back to Morocco, though, this recipe is a traditional Moroccan dish that is very easy to make. It is a great combination of fresh citrus flavors with nutty pecans and aromatic cinnamon.

Because the ingredient list is so short, it is your job to procure the best and freshest oranges you can find. Depending on where you live, certain oranges may or may not be available. If possible, do your best to get Cara Cara oranges, which have a mildly pink flesh that is extra sweet. Tangelos, navel oranges, and blood oranges are also great options, provided they are available at your local grocery store. Blood oranges are incredibly striking and make for a visually appealing dish, but using other oranges will not make this dish taste worse or anything like that.

Now, the last important ingredient to be particular about is the cinnamon. Some people prefer cinnamon sold by specific brands, while others prefer specific types of cinnamon. For example, Vietnamese and Ceylon are two varieties of cinnamon that have a well-balanced and complex flavor. Penzeys makes a cinnamon blend of Ceylon, Vietnamese, Korintje, and China cinnamons. Together, those four cinnamons create a beautifully aromatic blend that perfectly complements the sweet and tangy oranges.

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Depending on where you live, you might be in a weird limbo between spring and summer. The weather can fake you out, getting warmer for a few days, only to have a crisp chill in the air the next. On those warmer days, though, it is great to incorporate some hydrating, refreshing ingredients into your diet. That’s why we put together this lovely citrus salad, which is just as flavorful as it is beautiful.

If we could insert just a little of our own opinion here….we would tell you that we could eat this salad whenever the weather is warm. It just screams warm vibes on the beach or chill afternoons in the park. You can also enjoy this citrus salad in the comfort of your own home! And even though the word “salad” is part of the recipe, it is truly just a combination of different citrus fruits. Even the dressing contains lime! Because this salad contains three citrus varieties, it is very rich in vitamin C, which helps to optimize immune function and encourage collagen production, which contributes to healthier-looking skin.

This salad consists of Cara Cara oranges (although any orange variety is acceptable to use) and grapefruit. Cara Cara oranges are naturally sweeter, complementing the tart and slightly bitter flavor of grapefruit. Make sure to peel the oranges and grapefruit, ensuring you remove any excess pith (the white inner part of the peel). Cut your fruit into segments to give your salad an elevated look. Don’t have time for all that fancy jazz? Cut the oranges and grapefruit as you please and toss the pieces in the dressing.

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Cara Cara oranges are commonly cut up for kids as a snack because they don’t contain any seeds and they are one of the sweeter oranges. This inherent sweetness makes the Cara Cara orange the perfect compliment to the peppery arugula. We must also mention that Cara Caras are rich in vitamins A & C, lycopene, fiber, and folate.

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Bright, fragrant, and zesty citrus fruits are associated with warm weather, but peak citrus fruit season in the United States is during the winter. Even though oranges, tangerines, and grapefruit are typically available year round, the freshest and most diverse citrus varieties only show up from late November to early March. Winter is just brighter with citrus!

What Are Citrus Fruits?

Native to Australia, New Guinea, New Caledonia, and Southeast Asia, citrus fruits grow on flowering trees or shrubs. They have leathery skin with white piths and are presently cultivated in tropical or subtropical climates around the world. Roughly one-third of all citrus fruits are used to make juices, the most popular varieties being orange juice, lemon juice, lime, juice, and grapefruit juice.

The Benefits Of Citrus Fruits

Great Fiber Sources

According to nutritional guidelines, you should consume 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories that you eat. Roughly 4% of men and 13% of women in the United States actually reach that amount. One cup of orange segments contains about 4 grams of soluble fiber, which works to lower cholesterol levels. Citrus fruits are unique in that they have a higher amount of soluble fiber than insoluble fiber.

Beneficial For Skin

Citrus fruits, as you may already know, are near the top of the vitamin C fruit list. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen regeneration, which helps maintain skin elasticity. Regularly consuming vitamin C-rich citrus fruits can also prevent UV-induced photodamage and pigmentation. While it may be out of the ordinary, you can use orange peels to help exfoliate your skin to remove dead skin cells and clean out clogged pores. This helps contribute to clearer glowing skin.

They May Fight Cancer

Many studies have linked the consumption of citrus fruits with reduced risk of certain cancers. A Harvard study found that the flavonoids, folate, vitamin C, and carotenoids in citrus fruits significantly reduced the risk of esophageal cancer. Another study found that people who ate one grapefruit a day had a reduced risk of lung cancer. The flavonoids act as antioxidants, which help block the expression of genes that may cause degenerative diseases.

Let These Citrus Varieties Brighten Your Day

Blood Oranges

Blood oranges don’t contain as much citric acid as other citrus varieties, which is why they are typically sweeter. Next time you consume a blood orange, see if you can detect the subtle raspberry-like flavor. The rich red means that blood oranges contain antioxidants that regular oranges do not have, and diversifying antioxidant intake is one of the best ways to keep the body healthy.

Cara Cara Oranges

If you haven’t noticed, wintertime menus seem to feature the mighty cara cara orange, which has a pink flesh that is noticeably sweeter than Navel or Valencia oranges. We recently published a cleanse approved salad recipe that contains cara cara oranges, and you can view that by clicking here.

Meyer Lemons

If ever there was a lemon made for making lemonade, it would be the lovely Meyer lemon. They are smaller than typical lemons and have a darker yellow color. Juice Meyer lemons to make lemonade, desserts, or salad dressings. And don’t you dare think about discarding the rind because the zest helps to elevate your dishes to the next level. You can even zest it into sea salt to create lemon salt.

Kumquats

Kumquats are members of the citrus family, but they don’t seem to get a lot of love, despite the fact that you can eat the entire fruit, skin and all. They can have a sharp and sour bite, but they are typically balanced with some inherent sweetness. You can snack on them, or thinly slice them to add to your salads.

Grapefruit

Grapefruits are not always appreciated, the primary reason being that their flesh can be quite tart. Have you tried the ruby red grapefruit? It is the sweetest grapefruit and it can be juiced, eaten out of hand, or segmented and added to salads.

Tangerines

These may be some of the juiciest and sweetest snacks of winter. Choose from clementines, Satsuma tangerines, pixies, Mineola tangerines, and more for grab-and-go snacking. You can also juice them to mix in with your orange juice because they offer a subtly tart flavor that enhances the natural sweetness of orange juice.

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