Colorful Citrus Spanish Salad

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Colorful Citrus Spanish Salad with a zesty citrus dressing
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Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups arugula , torn into pieces
1 cup mandarin orange , sections
8 radishes , thinly sliced
10 black olives , pitted and halved
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
148
Sugar
11g
Fat
10g
If you are looking for a refreshing and healthy salad to brighten up your day, this Colorful Citrus Spanish Salad is the perfect recipe for you! The combination of sweet mandarin oranges, tangy radishes, and salty olives creates a flavor explosion in every bite. The nutritious arugula provides a crunchy base for this salad and is topped off with a zesty citrus dressing that ties everything together. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner. It is also great for meal prep and can be enjoyed throughout the week.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2.In a large salad bowl, mix together the arugula, mandarin orange sections, sliced radishes, and halved black olives.
3.Pour the citrus dressing over the salad and toss well to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

PROS

This salad is bursting with fresh citrus flavors and is packed with nutritious vegetables and healthy fats.

It is a quick and easy recipe that can be adapted to suit personal preferences.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the spiciness of the dressing or the bitterness of the arugula.

It may not be filling enough as a main dish and may need to be paired with a protein source.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is loaded with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and vitamin K.
The arugula is high in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory properties.
The healthy fats in the olives and olive oil can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

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