Hidden Step Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

A vibrant salad where delicate greens are layered with hidden citrus flavors for a refreshing bite.

Cuisine: General

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 orange
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• pinch black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Thinly slice the cucumber and dice the red bell pepper; set aside. Zest and juice the orange, reserving the zest for later.
2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and a pinch of black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups baby spinach, the sliced cucumber, and diced bell pepper. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss until greens are evenly coated and glistening.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp orange zest over the salad just before serving to release its bright, hidden citrus notes.