June 30, 2022

True Citrus Summer Picnic Salad

True Citrus Summer Picnic Salad

Category

Lunch

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Head outdoors with a picnic basket, a blanket, and this crunchy salad. Everyone will love the colorful array of vegetables, and True Citrus!

Author:
Elinor Ives
True Citrus Summer Picnic Salad

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c

    Chopped scallions

  • 2

    Packets of True Lemon

  • 2

    Packets of True Lime

  • 2

    Packets of True Orange

  • 1/4 c

    Soy sauce or Tamari

  • 2 tbsp

    Sesame oil

  • 2 tbsp

    Extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 tsp

    Garlic powder

  • 1/4 c

    Rice wine vinegar

  • 1

    Head romaine lettuce, chopped

  • 2 c

    Cooked, chopped chicken (such as rotisserie) - omit if making vegetarian

  • 1

    Medium carrot, shredded

  • 1/2 c

    Diced red pepper

  • 1/2 c

    Sliced cucumber

  • 1/4 c

    Fresh mint, chopped

  • 1/4 c

    Fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1/4 c

    Peanuts, chopped

  • Additional fresh mint and cilantro sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine the dressing ingredients in a large bowl and whisk together.
  2. Add all salad ingredients (except garnish) and toss to coat with the dressing.
  3. Divide into individual containers, and garnish each with mint and cilantro if desired.

Recipe Notes

Recipe written by Elinor Ives.