Vegan Radicchio Salad with Citrus Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Vegan Radicchio Salad with Citrus Dressing. This recipe combines the natural bitterness of radicchio with the peppery bite of arugula, perfectly balanced by the sweet, tangy flavors of juicy orange and grapefruit segments. Creamy diced avocado and crunchy pistachios add richness and textural contrast, while a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and maple syrup ties it all together. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this colorful, nutrient-packed salad is an ideal side dish or light main course. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick, healthy, and delicious option for any occasion. Perfect for vegans and anyone looking to enjoy a citrus-forward salad with bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Radicchio
• 2 cups Arugula
• 1 large Orange
• 1 medium Grapefruit
• 1 Avocado
• 0.25 cup Pistachios
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the radicchio and discard any wilted ones. Slice the radicchio in half and remove the core, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the arugula to the bowl with the radicchio.

Step 3

Peel and segment the orange and grapefruit, removing any seeds and white pith. Add the citrus segments to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Dice the avocado and add it to the salad along with the pistachios.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the citrus dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped chives over the salad as a garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful vegan radicchio salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1083.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1148.4

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1278.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 55.7g
Protein 19.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 315.9mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2845.1mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 34.3%