Description
Spirulina Citrus Winter Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brightens cold winter days with its colorful combination of sweet oranges, zesty grapefruit, and nutrient-rich spirulina. This salad not only delights the senses with its tangy flavors but also provides a powerhouse of health benefits. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a light meal, it promises to be a tropical escape in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1 large ruby red grapefruit, peeled and segmented
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1 tbsp spirulina powder
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Peel and segment the oranges and grapefruit, removing any bitter white pith.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach leaves with half of the citrus segments.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and spirulina powder until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the spinach-citrus mixture and toss gently to coat without crushing the segments.
- Top with remaining citrus segments for added flair; optionally sprinkle nuts or seeds on top for crunch.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg