Aperol-Infused Orange Salad

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A zesty salad combining Aperol's bittersweet flavor with fresh citrus and crisp greens for a refreshing appetizer. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Mixed greens, Orange segments, Aperol into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 4 cups mixed greens with 1 medium orange segments, ensuring the fruit is cut into 1/4-inch slices.
  2. Step 2: In a small jar, whisk together 2 oz Aperol, 0.5 oz lime juice, 0.25 oz honey, and 0.5 oz olive oil until the dressing emulsifies and becomes slightly frothy.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad, then sprinkle with 0.5 oz chopped pistachios. Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.

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