Sugar-Free Crispy Duck Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Indulge in a guilt-free gourmet experience with this Sugar-Free Crispy Duck Salad with Orange Vinaigrette—a delightful balance of rich, crispy duck and vibrant, fresh greens. Perfect for a light yet luxurious meal, this recipe combines juicy slices of perfectly seared and oven-roasted duck breast with crisp mixed salad greens, refreshing cucumber, tangy radishes, and sweet cherry tomatoes. The highlight is the zesty orange vinaigrette, a sugar-free dressing crafted with fresh orange juice, Dijon mustard, and fragrant thyme for a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this elegant salad is both a feast for the senses and a healthy choice, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a refined yet wholesome dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces duck breast
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 medium seedless cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 4 pieces radishes
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Score the skin of the duck breasts in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat.

Step 3

Season both sides of the duck breasts with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the duck breasts skin-side down in a cold non-stick skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook for about 7-10 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown, draining excess fat as necessary.

Step 5

Flip the duck breasts over and sear the other side for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 8-10 minutes for medium rare or longer depending on your preference.

Step 7

While the duck is roasting, prepare the salad by slicing the cucumber into thin rounds and halving the cherry tomatoes and radishes.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, fresh thyme leaves, orange zest, sea salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 9

Once the duck is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Step 10

To assemble the salad, arrange the mixed salad greens on each plate, distribute the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and radishes evenly.

Step 11

Top each salad with slices of duck breast.

Step 12

Drizzle the orange vinaigrette generously over each salad.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your sugar-free crispy duck salad with orange vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1256.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2019.3

Total Fat 172.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 336mg	0%
Sodium 1982.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 86.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.6mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 2406.6mg	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: 75.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 7.3%