Winter Citrus Fruit Medley (Printable version)
A refreshing medley of citrus and pomegranate with honey-lime dressing and mint garnish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Citrus Fruits
01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 2 blood oranges, peeled and segmented
03 - 2 clementines or tangerines, peeled and segmented
04 - 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
→ Additional Fruit
05 - 1 pomegranate, arils only
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup for vegan)
07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
→ Garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn or chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Remove peel and white pith from all citrus fruits; segment each fruit, removing any seeds.
02 - Place citrus segments and pomegranate arils into a large serving bowl.
03 - Whisk honey (or agave), lime juice, and lime zest together in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and toss gently to coat evenly.
05 - Scatter fresh mint leaves over the salad before serving.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours prior to serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It feels like a little sunny secret you get to share on gloomy winter afternoons
- The combination of tart and sweet quickly became my favorite go-to when fresh fruit cravings hit
02 -
- Removing the pith is crucial because it prevents bitterness from overwhelming the salad
- Using freshly grated lime zest really elevates the dressing beyond just juice alone
03 -
- Always use the freshest citrus you can find for the brightest flavor
- Whisk dressing ingredients vigorously to emulsify and coat the fruit evenly