Friday, February 3, 2012

Citrus Salad with Ginger Yogurt

My mom introduced this to Lorri and me last year - it comes from Bon Appétit (Dec 2004).

The recipe can be found at Epicurious. If you don't want to click, please see below for recipe details.

Stuff you'll need:

  • 1 pink grapefruit, peeled
  • 2 large tangerines or Minneolas, peeled (we've used 6 clementines instead)
  • 3 navel oranges
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or pomegranate seeds for some extra kick)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 16- or 17.6-ounce container Greek yogurt
  • 2/3 cup minced crystallized ginger (we found it at Sendiks, but not Pick N Save)


  • 1/4 cup golden brown sugar (omit this out for the Gi8 challenge!)
  • Additional dried cranberries


What to do:


Break grapefruit and tangerines into sections, remove seeds, if possible. Cut grapefruit sections into thirds; cut tangerine sections in half. Transfer grapefruit, tangerines, and all juices to deep serving bowl. Using small sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from oranges. Slice oranges into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, then cut slices into quarters. Add oranges and all juices to same bowl. Mix in 1/2 cup dried cranberries, honey, and cinnamon. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Mix yogurt and ginger in bowl. (Fruit and yogurt can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.)

Spoon yogurt atop fruit. Sprinkle with brown sugar and dried cranberries.


Epicurious Greek Yogurt Tip: 

Greek yogurt, which is actually drained yogurt, has a luxurious texture similar to that of sour cream. Look for it at Greek markets, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods. Or simply spoon 1 quart plain yogurt into a colander lined with cheesecloth. Place the colander in a large bowl and let the yogurt drain in the refrigerator overnight.

Nutritional information:Per serving: 287 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated), 10 mg cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 60 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein


Enjoy! 


-David

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