Citrus salad with fresh greens

Recipe brief

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Broccoli Microgreen Citrus Salad

A bright salad with mild broccoli microgreens, citrus, cucumber, and a quick lemon dressing.

Category
Salads & Bowls
Time
15 min prep
Servings
2 to 3
Type
Salad

Ingredients

What to gather

Microgreens are added for flavor, color, and texture. Keep refrigerated and rinse before use.

Salad

  • 3 cups mixed greens or chopped romaine
  • 1 cup broccoli microgreens
  • 1 orange or grapefruit, segmented
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted seeds

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

Method

How to make it

Add microgreens after hot cooking steps unless the recipe says otherwise, so texture and color stay intact.

  1. Step 1

    Whisk the dressing ingredients until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Arrange greens, citrus, cucumber, and seeds in a shallow bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Add broccoli microgreens last, drizzle lightly, and serve soon after assembling.

Flavor notes

Mild brassica flavor with fresh citrus and crisp cucumber.

Home notes

Add the microgreens after tossing so they stay light and crisp.

Storage and handling

Keep refrigerated. Rinse before use.

Best uses

  • Lunch salads
  • Light dinner side
  • Sample box tasting

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