Salad recipes

A vibrant, refreshing salad combining crisp carrots, juicy oranges, peppery radishes, and fresh cilantro, tossed in a zesty citrus dressing with a hint of orange blossom water and cinnamon. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy lunch, served with warm pita bread.

Juicy and sweet watermelon cubes are tossed with fresh mint leaves, feta cheese and a light yet tasty citrus dressing made with orange juice, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a bit shallots. Use any kind of your favorite greens as a base. A great summer salad.

Orange and jicama salad with sliced avocado over mixed greens, dressed with a tangy orange-lemon vinaigrette. A bright, crisp, Mexican-inspired side salad for tacos or grilled fish.

Fresh peach and kiwi fruit salad tossed with orange and lemon juice and topped with mint. A no-cook summer side that chills into a bright, juicy dessert or snack.

Orange and avocado salad with red onion rings on mixed greens, dressed in a citrus vinaigrette made with fresh orange juice, zest, and dry mustard. No-cook, vibrant, and refreshing.

German-style fruit salad with honeydew melon balls, orange slices, grapes, and walnuts layered over lettuce and dressed in a tangy yogurt-citrus dressing with a hint of ketchup.

Minted fruit salad tossed in a citrus syrup of orange juice, lemon, and a whisper of mint extract. Make-ahead friendly, the fruit drinks in the syrup as it chills, turning ordinary fruit into a brunch centerpiece.

Cranberry fruit salad jello mold with raspberry gelatin, cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple, walnuts, and orange juice. Classic holiday potluck dish, makes ahead easily.

Steamed winter vegetables tossed in a warm orange, maple, and ginger glaze with toasted sesame seeds. Carrots, parsnips, broccoli stems, and cauliflower served hot or at room temperature.

Fresh pear salad with halved pears on lettuce, filled with cottage cheese and topped with a chilled pear-orange fruit dressing thickened with cornstarch. A vintage composed fruit salad.

Citrus lobster salad with grapefruit, orange sections, and a tangy orange-yogurt dressing on fresh spinach. A light, low-calorie seafood salad with bright citrus flavor.

Potato cucumber salad with fresh mango, toasted spice blend, orange juice, ginger, lemon, and mint. A vibrant, low-fat summer salad with Moroccan-inspired warming spices and no mayo.

Sweet and spicy couscous salad tosses fluffy whole wheat couscous with crunchy steamed vegetables, fresh mint and almonds, all coated in a currant dressing brightened with orange, cinnamon and cayenne. Vegan and make-ahead.

Green salad with a bright, oil-free orange juice dressing, blended with lemon, mint, and fennel seed. Tossed with feta, black beans, and crunchy almonds for a light, fat-free citrus salad.

Roasted onion, endive, and orange salad with watercress, spinach, and a Dijon lemon vinaigrette. Balsamic-roasted red onions add caramelized sweetness to this elegant composed salad.

Roasted asparagus salad with blistered cherry tomatoes, peppery watercress, and a bright honey-citrus dressing. A gluten-free, vegan spring side that eats warm or at room temperature.