Citrus & Aperol Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A refreshing salad with zesty citrus, arugula, and a tangy Aperol vinaigrette. This Italian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs Mixed citrus fruits, Arugula, 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 85 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 85 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup (orange, grapefruit, lemon) Mixed citrus fruits
4 cups Arugula
2 tbsp Aperol
1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Lime juice
1 tsp Honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Dice citrus fruits into 1/2-inch cubes and toss with arugula. Set aside.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey until emulsified. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently to coat.