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    Published: Jan 5, 2016 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

    Winter Citrus Salad with Watercress, Fennel + Pistachios

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    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    I was in the mood for something festive for the New Year and set my heart on this season's brightest citrus fruits - grapefruit and satsuma orange. This salad is sweet, tart, flavorful, and a breeze to put together.

    Over the weekend I found myself on a mission to make something beautiful with these satsuma oranges that I found at Whole Foods on New Year's Day. With their green leaves still attached, I couldn't pass them up.

    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful GrazerWinter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful GrazerWinter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    My satsumas served as a seasonal dining room centerpiece as soon as I got home from the store, but that didn't last long. They're even better for eating.

    Satsuma oranges have a sweet flavor and a soft skin that's easy to peel, making them perfect for a healthy on-the-go snack with fiber and healthy carbohydrates.

    I combined one of my satsuma oranges with tart grapefruit to create a winter salad that's every bit as colorful, light, and refreshing as it's summer counterpart.

    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    And don't assume this salad's beauty only runs skin deep...

    It's also packed with vitamin C (an essential vitamin and antioxidant that's super important for supporting the immune system,) fiber, and healthy fats.

    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    This salad is intended to be more of a side than an entree but you could easily add white beans, tofu, wild-caught salmon, or more pistachios/hemp seeds (or your favorite source of protein) to make this recipe more more filling and substantial.

    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    I had this with some homemade cinnamon rolls for a cozy Saturday morning brunch but it would also work nicely with lunch or dinner.

    A salad like this should not be restricted to just one time of day. 😉

    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

    Winter Citrus Salad with Watercress, Fennel + Pistachios

    Grapefruit and satsuma orange are tossed with watercress, fennel, pistachios, and a maple hemp seed vinaigrette. Serve with brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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    Course: brunch, Salad
    Cuisine: gluten-free, Holiday, vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: The Grateful Grazer

    Ingredients

    • 1 bunch watercress about 1 cup, rinsed and roughly chopped
    • ½ grapefruit peeled and sliced horizontally into rings
    • 1 satsuma orange peeled and sliced horizontally into rings (or sub with mandarin/tangerine.)
    • ½ fennel bulb sliced thinly with mandolin (reserve some fronds for topping if desired)
    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
    • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
    • Crushed pistachios for topping

    Instructions

    • Combine watercress, grapefruit, orange, and fennel in a large mixing bowl.
    • Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, hemp, and maple and toss with salad.
    • Transfer to serving dish and top with fennel fronds and pistachios.
    • Serve immediately.
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    Winter Citrus Salad recipe made with grapefruit, satsuma orange, watercress, fennel, and topped with pistachios. Vegan and gluten free. The Grateful Grazer

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    1. Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says

      January 06, 2016 at 10:06 am

      I LOVE the combo of citrus fruits and fennel. The addition of the pistachios is fab and I would probably add some crumbled goat cheese to make it a full on lunch salad. Fabulous pics too!

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      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        January 06, 2016 at 11:24 am

        Thanks so much, Jessica! That sounds like a fabulous idea! 🙂

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    2. EA-The Spicy RD says

      January 05, 2016 at 11:48 pm

      Gorgeous salad! And, aren't Satsuma's the absolute best? "-) Can't wait to make this!

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      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        January 06, 2016 at 1:24 pm

        Thanks EA! They are THE BEST! 🙂 Let me know how you like the salad once you try it!

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    3. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

      January 05, 2016 at 5:59 pm

      Wow, such a beautiful and vibrant salad! Your photos are gorgeous- they make me want to dive right in! I've never had satsuma oranges but they look lovely.

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      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        January 05, 2016 at 6:02 pm

        Thanks so much, Sonali! I'm playing with my new camera a lot. 🙂 And you totally need to try satsumas...so yummy.

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    4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      January 05, 2016 at 3:11 pm

      I just love how refreshing winter citrus is and I love watercress! Always a forgotten green!

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      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        January 05, 2016 at 3:12 pm

        Yes! Watercress totally needs to be celebrated! ?? Thanks Rebecca!

        Reply
    5. Corina says

      January 05, 2016 at 2:21 pm

      It looks beautiful! I love the combination of the grapefruit as well as satsuma with the fennel. It must be really fresh tasting!

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      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        January 05, 2016 at 2:37 pm

        It totally is. Thanks Corina! 🙂

        Reply

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