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Citrus-Arugula Salad
This easy salad recipe makes a stunning side dish for anything you've got cooking for dinner. The bright flavor of the citrus pairs perfectly with peppery arugula and avocado, plus a bit of jalapeño for a slight kick.
Prep/Cook Time: 10 Minutes, Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 small tangerines, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium blood orange, peeled and sliced
- 3 cups packed baby arugula
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeño
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 chopped avocado
Directions
- Combine tangerines, orange, arugula, lime juice, oil, tarragon, jalapeño and salt in a medium bowl. Gently stir in avocado.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: 183 Calories, Total Fat: 15 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Fiber: 5 g, Protein: 2 g, Sodium: 154 mg, Potassium: 446 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 75 mcg, Calcium: 58 mg, Vitamin A: 545 IU, Vitamin C: 48 mg
© Dotdash Meredith. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
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