Citrus Sesame Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing and vibrant Citrus Sesame Salad, a perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and nutty flavors. Packed with zesty orange and grapefruit segments, creamy avocado, and protein-rich edamame, this salad offers a nutrient-packed boost with every bite. Tossed in a luscious homemade sesame dressing made from honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, it delivers an irresistible savory-sweet flavor profile. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added crunch, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or light, crowd-pleasing lunches. Whether served as a standalone dish or as a side to your favorite mains, this salad captures the essence of fresh, wholesome, and delicious eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 orange
• 1 grapefruit
• 1 avocado
• 1 cup edamame (shelled, cooked)
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and segment the orange and grapefruit, removing any seeds and membranes. Set aside the citrus segments.

Step 3

Slice the avocado into thin wedges or cubes and set aside.

Step 4

To make the dressing, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 5

Add the citrus segments, avocado, and cooked edamame to the salad greens in the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Drizzle the sesame dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls, then sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Citrus Sesame Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1147.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1259.8

Total Fat 82.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1866.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.3g	0%
Total Sugars 59.7g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 504.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 3057.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 33.3%