Citrus Spinach Salad Recipe

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Grapefruit and orange segments add zest to this delightful salad that's tossed with a pleasant honey-lime dressing. It's perfect for a springtime luncheon or shower. -Pauline Taylor, Spokane, Washington

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Citrus Spinach Salad Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup vegetable oil
10 cups torn fresh spinach
3 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings

Directions

In a blender, combine the honey, lime juice, lime peel and nutmeg; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream until dressing is thickened.
In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, oranges and grapefruit. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with onion. Serve immediately. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 109 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 21 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 1 g protein.

Originally published as Citrus Spinach Salad in Taste of Home February/March 2003, p37