Florida Salad with Ginger Dressing
Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, the Florida Salad with Ginger Dressing is a refreshing celebration of citrus and crisp greens. Featuring juicy orange and grapefruit segments, creamy avocado, crunchy candied pecans, and a touch of zing from red onion, this salad offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. The star of the dish is the homemade ginger dressing, crafted with fresh ginger, rice vinegar, honey, and a hint of soy sauce for an irresistibly zesty finish. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, this easy-to-prepare salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a healthy yet indulgent addition to your table. Whether you’re looking for a taste of Florida sunshine or a nutritious meal, this citrus-packed salad will not disappoint!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1 large Orange
- 1 large Grapefruit
- 1 medium Avocado
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Candied pecans
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (peeled and minced)
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the citrus fruits by peeling the orange and grapefruit, removing any excess pith, and slicing them into segments. Set aside.
Step 2
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice into thin wedges.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion into small rings or strips.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, citrus segments, avocado slices, red onion, and candied pecans.
Step 5
To make the ginger dressing, whisk together the minced fresh ginger, rice vinegar, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6
Drizzle the ginger dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Serve the salad immediately as a light and refreshing appetizer or side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (654.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1100.8 |
| Total Fat 82.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 808.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.9g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 140.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1471.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories