Aperol-Orange Arugula Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A refreshing salad featuring juicy oranges and peppery arugula, tossed in a bright Aperol-infused vinaigrette that adds a subtle bittersweet note without overpowering the freshness. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs Seedless oranges, Fresh arugula, Extra-virgin olive oil 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 150 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.

Ingredients

• 2 Seedless oranges
• 50 g Fresh arugula
• 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp Aperol
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper
• 10 g Shaved Parmesan

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Place 50 g fresh arugula in a serving bowl, top with 2 peeled and sectioned seedless oranges, then drizzle with the prepared vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle with 10 g shaved Parmesan and serve immediately.