This gorgeous Winter Citrus Salad with a Poppy Seed Vinaigrette is a total show stopper of a side dish! With a blend of bright, juicy citrus fruits paired with salad greens, fresh mint, and crunchy fennel, this simple citrus salad is bursting with delicious flavor.
1large Ruby Red Grapefruitpeeled and thinly sliced
1Avocado
1small bulb Fresh fennelthinly sliced
1/2cupPomegranate Arils
1/3cupslivered almonds
Handful of Fresh Mint Leaves
For the Dressing
2tablespoonsplus 1 teaspoon white vinegar
2tablespoonsplus 1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/3cupgrapeseed oilor other neutral oil, like canola
2tablespoonsgrated red onion
1/4teaspoonsalt
1tablespoonprepared yellow mustard
1tablespoonpoppy seeds
Instructions
Make the dressing: In a mason jar or small bowl, combine all of the dressing ingredients and shake or whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust for desired sweetness. Dressing will keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to a week.
Assemble the Salad: Layer the lettuce and arugula in serving dish. Top with citrus, then avocado slices and fennel slices. Sprinkle with fresh mint, pomegranate, and almonds. Add dressing just before serving.