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Amazing 4-Ingredient Winter Citrus Arugula Salad with Fennel

Winter Citrus Arugula Salad with Fennel
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Enjoy this bright Winter Citrus Arugula Salad with Fennel. It brings a fresh, light counterpoint to your heartier winter meals. This recipe balances the peppery arugula and sweet citrus for a perfect bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • 2 medium navel oranges, segmented
  • 1 small fennel bulb, very thinly sliced (reserve fronds for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)
  • For the Vinaigrette:
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl to make the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the arugula, orange segments, thinly sliced fennel, and red onion.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  4. Divide the salad among plates. Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese, if using, and garnish with reserved fennel fronds.
  5. Serve this refreshing salad immediately.

Notes

  • Segmenting the oranges removes the bitter white pith, giving you pure, sweet citrus flavor.
  • Use a mandoline slicer for the thinnest possible fennel slices; this softens the crunch.
  • This salad pairs wonderfully with roasted chicken or rich pasta dishes.

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