This Spring Citrus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for a light lunch, a side dish for a barbecue, or a healthy snack. It's bursting with the bright, sunny flavors of spring, thanks to the juicy citrus fruits and fresh herbs. I love this salad because it's so simple to make, yet it feels incredibly elegant.

The recipe is easily adaptable to your preferences. If you’re not a huge fan of grapefruit, feel free to swap it for oranges or mandarins. Or, add some other veggies like cucumbers or bell peppers for some extra color and texture. I once added some thinly sliced radishes and it was a revelation! I'm not sure why I didn’t think of that sooner!

Spring Citrus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Name: Spring-Citrus-Salad-with-Lemon-Vinaigrette
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Spring
Ingredients: 1 Oranges; 1/2 Grapefruit; 1 Lemon; 1/4 Red onion; 2 tbsp Fresh mint; 2 tbsp Fresh parsley; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1 tbsp Lemon juice; 1 tsp Honey; 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black pepper

A refreshing and flavorful spring salad featuring juicy citrus fruits, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It's a simple yet elegant dish perfect for any occasion.

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 1 servings

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

📖 Instructions

First, gather your ingredients! Make sure everything's fresh and ready to go – a good salad starts with great ingredients. Trust me on this one.
Wash and dry all your produce. This is super important; no one wants sandy salad! Use a salad spinner if you have one. It makes things so much easier.
Next, peel and segment your oranges, grapefruits, and lemons. Try to remove as much of the pith (that white stuff) as possible; it can be bitter. A sharp knife is your friend here.
Thinly slice the red onion. If you’re sensitive to strong onion flavors, soak the slices in cold water for about 10 minutes before adding them to the salad. This helps mellow them out a bit.
Now, let's make that amazing lemon vinaigrette! Whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Time to assemble the salad! Gently combine the citrus segments, red onion, fresh mint, and parsley in a large bowl. You don't want to bruise the citrus fruits, so be gentle!
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Don't over-toss; you want to keep the ingredients nice and vibrant.
Give your salad a final taste test! If it needs a pinch more salt or pepper, now’s the time to add it.
Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of sunshine in every bite! Seriously, this salad is a taste of spring. Pair it with grilled chicken or fish, and you’ve got a complete meal!
Optional: Garnish with extra mint and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt right before serving. This adds a gorgeous touch and enhances the flavor even more. Just a tiny little touch though – you don’t want to overdo it!

📝 Notes

Always taste and adjust seasonings to your liking!
If you're using a salad spinner, make sure to dry the citrus segments thoroughly before adding them to the salad. Otherwise, your dressing may get watered down.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as avocado, bell peppers or cucumbers to boost the flavor and nutrition