Spring Sunshine Salad With Citrus Parmesan Dressing

Name: Spring Sunshine Salad With Citrus Parmesan Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -8 handfuls mixed salad greens, washed and dried well (or butter lettuce); 1 -2 medium orange, sectioned, pith removed, cut in half; 1 avocado, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup toasted nuts (sliced almonds, pine nuts, walnuts, etc); 1/2 cup sliced spring onion (scallions, or green onions); parmesan cheese, shavings to garnish; Citrus Parmesan Dressing; 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 2 oranges, zest and juice of; 2 tablespoons chopped shallots (or red onion, or scallions); 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 pinches salt; 2 pinches pepper

Servings: persons

6 -8 handfuls mixed salad greens, washed and dried well (or butter lettuce)
1 -2 medium orange, sectioned, pith removed, cut in half
1 avocado, thinly sliced
1/2 cup toasted nuts (sliced almonds, pine nuts, walnuts, etc)
1/2 cup sliced spring onion (scallions, or green onions)
parmesan cheese, shavings to garnish
Citrus Parmesan Dressing
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 oranges, zest and juice of
2 tablespoons chopped shallots (or red onion, or scallions)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
2 pinches salt
2 pinches pepper

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Salad:.
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Wash and dry salad greens well and place them in a large bowl.
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Add orange pieces, nuts, and onions.
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Toss well with the Citrus Parmesan Dressing .
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Add the avocado and toss the salad gently, so as not to mush the avocado.
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Sprinkle with some Parmesan shavings(using a vegetable peeler).
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Citrus Parmesan Dressing:.
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In a bowl combine the grated Parmesan, orange zest and juice, and the shallots.
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Whisk in the red wine vinegar.
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Whisk in the olive oil and finish by seasoning with salt and pepper.
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Or you may use a jar and shake the dressing.
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A few more ideas from Heidi:.
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Gently heat the dressing and toss with spinach, for a warm, slightly wilted dinner salad.
14
Use the vinaigrette as a marinade.
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Use it to toss with pasta (stuffed cheese filled pasta is an especially good choice).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -8 handfuls mixed salad greens, washed and dried well (or butter lettuce), 1 -2 medium orange, sectioned, pith removed, cut in half, 1 avocado, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup toasted nuts (sliced almonds, pine nuts, walnuts, etc), and more.

Yes, Spring Sunshine Salad With Citrus Parmesan Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!