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Spicy Citrus Salad with Pistachios and Thyme

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Spicy Citrus Salad with Pistachios and Thyme is a vibrant, refreshing dish featuring juicy citrus fruits, crunchy pistachios, aromatic thyme, and a touch of heat. This elegant salad balances sweet, tart, savory, and spicy flavors for a stunning appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 2 blood oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 2 grapefruits, peeled and segmented
  • 1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Extra pistachios for serving

Instructions

  1. Arrange the orange slices, blood orange slices, and grapefruit segments on a large serving platter.
  2. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion over the citrus.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the citrus.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios across the salad.
  6. Add the fresh thyme leaves and red pepper flakes.
  7. Top with additional pistachios if desired.
  8. Allow the salad to rest for 5 minutes so the flavors can meld.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan version.
  • Add crumbled feta cheese for a salty contrast.
  • Fresh mint can be substituted for thyme.
  • Pomegranate seeds make a colorful and flavorful addition.
  • Prepare the citrus and dressing ahead of time, then assemble just before serving.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

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