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Brighten up your table with this refreshing winter Radicchio Citrus Salad. Packed with vibrant flavors, it's a must-try for any citrus lover.
There's nothing like a pop of color and citrus to brighten up my winter days, like in this delicious Radicchio Citrus Salad. If you're looking for a winter salad that's beautiful and tasty, you've found it. Bitter radicchio, sweet oranges, chewy figs, and crunchy pistachios all come together in this radicchio salad that is full of flavor and texture. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal-prepping for the week, this refreshing salad is about to become your winter favorite.
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Why You Should Make This Recipe
- It's a Burst of Sunshine in Winter: Vibrant citrus brings a refreshing flavor to contrast the chilly weather.
- Perfect Balance of Flavors: Bitter flavor of radicchio + sweetness of oranges + creamy feta + nutty pistachios = pure magic.
- Nutrient Powerhouse: Loaded with vitamin C, fiber, and healthy fats, it's as good for you as it is delicious.
- Simple but Elegant: It's easy to make yet impressive enough for dinner parties.
Need another vegetable side dish?
Try my Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes, Air Fryer Asparagus or Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Apples.
Ingredients Needed
- Extra-virgin Olive Oil: Adds richness and helps emulsify the dressing.
- Orange Juice: Brings sweetness and tang.
- Shallot: Adds a subtle onion flavor without overpowering.
- Dijon Mustard: Helps bind the dressing while adding a tangy kick.
- Honey: Balances the radicchio's bitterness and the mustard's sharpness.
- Salt & Pepper: Enhances all the flavors.
- Citrus Fruit: The stars of the show! We used navel and blood oranges as their sweetness and acidity brighten the salad.
- Radicchio: Adds a lovely bitterness that balances the sweetness of the citrus and figs.
- Dried Figs: Offers natural sweetness and chewiness.
- Pistachios: Adds crunch and a nutty flavor.
- Feta: Provides a creamy, salty contrast.
See the printable recipe card below for exact quantities.
Ingredient Swaps
- Radicchio: Swap with endive or arugula for a milder flavor.
- Oranges: Use cara cara oranges, grapefruit or mandarins for a different citrus twist.
- Pistachios: Try almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.
- Feta: Substitute with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Honey: Maple syrup works great as a vegan alternative.
How to Make
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, minced shallot, Dijon mustard, and honey. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the Oranges: Slice off the top and bottom of the oranges, then remove the skin and pith by cutting along the curve of the fruit. Slice into rounds.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine radicchio, chopped dried figs, pistachios, and feta. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Add the Citrus: Arrange the orange slices on top of the salad for a nice presentation. Serve immediately.
See the printable recipe card below for exact recipe instructions.
Recommended Equipment & Tools
Storage
Fresh: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep the citrus separate to avoid sogginess.
Tips
- Pair this salad with roasted chicken or fish for a complete meal.
- Serve as a starter for a winter dinner party.
- Add grilled shrimp or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Enjoy it with a crusty baguette to soak up the dressing.
FAQs
Yes! Prep the dressing and slice the oranges a day in advance. Store separately and assemble just before serving.
Try endive, arugula, or even mixed greens for a milder base.
Yes! Swap honey for maple syrup, skip the feta, or use a vegan cheese alternative.
Recipe Card
Radicchio Citrus Salad
Ingredients
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- ½ small shallot minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- salt & pepper
Salad
- 3 navel oranges
- 2 blood oranges
- 1 head radicchio halved, cored, and sliced ¼" thick
- ⅔ cup dried figs chopped
- ½ cup pistachios toasted and chopped
- ½ cup feta crumbled
Instructions
Make the dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, orange juice, minced shallot, Dijon mustard and honey. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.
Prepare the oranges:
- Using a cutting board, cut the top and bottom portion off the oranges to expose the flesh.
- Set the orange on a cutting board and working top to bottom, remove the skin and white pith from the orange, following the curve of the fruit. The fruit flesh should be exposed with no pith.
- Slice the orange into rounds. Repeat with the remaining oranges.
Make the salad:
- In a bowl add the radicchio, dried figs, pistachios and feta. Toss.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, then toss gently to combine. Place on a serving platter.
- Top with citrus rounds and serve.
Nutrition
* The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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