Mixed Greens with Citrus / Misticanza con gli Argrumi

Name: Mixed Greens with Citrus / Misticanza con gli Argrumi
Ingredients: 1 large grapefruit, peeled and sectioned; 1 blood orange or navel orange, peeled and sectioned; 6 cups mixed greens, such as arugula, endive, romaine & spinach, washed and spun dry; DRESSING; 1 small shallot, minced; 3 tablespoons Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1/2 cup citrus juice; Salt to taste; Ingredients

Citrus salads are refreshing and a nice change from just a mixed green salad and they are especially welcome in winter, when salad greens are often not at their best.

SERVES 4

Ingredients

1 large grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 blood orange or navel orange, peeled and sectioned
6 cups mixed greens, such as arugula, endive, romaine & spinach, washed and spun dry
DRESSING
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 cup citrus juice
Salt to taste
Ingredients

Directions

Whisk the dressing ingredients in a shallow bowl. Add the grapefruit and orange segments to the dressing. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to stand for 30 minutes.
Place the greens in a salad bowl. Carefully pour the dressing and citrus over the greens. Gently toss to coat the leaves with the dressing. Serve immediately.
Variation: When pomegranate seeds are available, sprinkle them over the dressed salad before serving.

This recipe was featured on Season 18 - Episode 1818.