Winter Citrus Fruit Salad (Print View)
A colorful salad featuring winter citrus and a honey lime dressing, perfect for a fresh bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Citrus Fruits
01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
02 - 2 blood oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
03 - 2 grapefruits, peeled and segmented
04 - 2 clementines or mandarins, peeled and separated into segments
→ Toppings
05 - ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn
→ Honey Lime Dressing
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 1 lime, zested and juiced
09 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 - Pinch of salt
# How to Make:
01 - Peel and slice the oranges and blood oranges into rounds; segment the grapefruits and clementines, removing as much pith as possible for a clean appearance.
02 - Lay the citrus slices and segments on a large serving platter, overlapping slightly for an appealing presentation.
03 - Evenly sprinkle the pomegranate seeds and torn mint leaves over the arranged citrus fruits.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until fully emulsified.
05 - Drizzle the honey lime dressing evenly over the salad just prior to serving.
06 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour to meld flavors.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It tastes like sunshine during the season when you need it most, and takes almost no time to pull together.
- The honey-lime dressing balances sweetness and acid in a way that makes each bite feel intentional, not accidental.
- You can prep it while the coffee brews and serve it for breakfast, lunch, or as an elegant no-bake dessert.
02 -
- Pith is the enemy of elegance here—take your time peeling so the fruit looks as good as it tastes, and don't apologize for using a knife rather than your hands if that gives you better control.
- The dressing sits on top of fruit, not mixed into it, which means every spoonful tastes fresh rather than marinated and soft.
03 -
- Don't undersell the zest—those bright flecks of lime peel are where the most concentrated flavor lives, and they're what makes the dressing taste intentional rather than generic.
- If your citrus is small or very dry, use three limes instead of one, and taste the dressing before you commit; acidity varies wildly depending on the season and source.