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Citrus Season Showstoppers Brighten Your Winter Table

Published: Feb 10, 2025 by Yuan

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As the chill of winter sets in, there’s no better way to add a burst of freshness to your meals than with the vibrant flavors of citrus. From tangy oranges to zesty lemons, these fruits bring a lively, refreshing twist to seasonal dishes. Brighten up your winter table with these citrus-infused creations that are as colorful as they are delicious, making every bite feel like a warm embrace from the sun.

Creamy Coconut Lime Rice Recipe (Quick And Easy)

Fluffy coconut lime rice in a bowl with a brown wooden spoon.
Creamy Coconut Lime Rice Recipe (Quick And Easy). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Tired of plain white rice? Try coconut lime rice! This simple side dish combines rice with coconut milk, lime juice, and cilantro for a burst of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Coconut Lime Rice Recipe (Quick And Easy)

Poached Orange Salmon

Image shows a spoon drizzing orange sauce over a salmon filet in a blue dish.
Poached Orange Salmon. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This orange salmon recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this healthy and flavorful fish. This quick and easy dish is perfect for both a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Get the Recipe: Poached Orange Salmon

Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak

Marinated grilled meat, sliced and on a platter.
Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak features tender juicy steak that's been marinated and basted with a naturally sweet, spicy, and sticky sauce.
Get the Recipe: Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak

Blood Orange and Fennel Salad

Blood Orange and Fennel Salad in a bowl.
Blood Orange and Fennel Salad. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

This Blood Orange and Fennel Salad is a vibrant, quick, and easy dish with semi-sweet and tangy flavors. Perfect as an appetizer, side, or light meal!
Get the Recipe: Blood Orange and Fennel Salad

Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon

Flaky salmon topped with orange ginger glaze on a white plate with brown rice, roasted zucchini slices, and orange slices next to a fork.
Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

This super easy baked salmon recipe only takes five minutes to prep and is coated in a delicious orange ginger glaze. A healthy weeknight meal idea!
Get the Recipe: Orange Ginger Glazed Salmon

Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Chicken wings on a plate with lemon wedges.
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

For an irresistible game-day appetizer, try these lemon pepper chicken wings. They are juicy and flavorful
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon

Chicken and rice salad in a glass bowl.
Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon is a refreshing and flavorful recipe that combines tender chicken, hearty rice, and fragrant basil with a tangy lemon dressing. It is easy to make and perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken and Rice Salad with Fresh Basil and Lemon

Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta

A fast and easy plate of pasta with parmesan cheese and parsley.
Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Warm pasta is tossed in a simple garlic butter sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese and compliments ham perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Butter Pasta

Grilled Scallops with Lemon, Mint, and Pinot Grigio Sauce

Grilled scallops with a lemon, mint, and Pinot Grigio sauce.
Grilled Scallops with Lemon, Mint, and Pinot Grigio Sauce. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Succulent grilled scallops with a zesty sauce of lemon, mint, and Pinot Grigio. An elegant, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly dish for a sophisticated summer feast.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Scallops with Lemon, Mint, and Pinot Grigio Sauce

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle on a white plate with lemon and parsley.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly easy to make! Done in less than 5 minutes, you'll love this lemon garlic shrimp recipe!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Chicken Lime Soup

Spicy chicken lime soup in bowls.
Chicken Lime Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Spicy Chicken Lime Soup combines the best of chicken noodle and chicken tortilla soup for a flavorful, noodle-less dish perfect for a cold winter day.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Lime Soup

Cilantro Lime Chicken & Rice

Cilantro lime chicken on a plate next to avocado and cilantro garnish.
Cilantro Lime Chicken & Rice. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Cilantro lime chicken and rice. Juicy chicken, tender rice, and a spicy cream sauce. A quick, one-pot meal, perfect for any night of the week.
Get the Recipe: Cilantro Lime Chicken & Rice

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I'm Yuan, a writer, world traveler, web developer, and photographer based in the U.S. My journey has taken me across multiple countries, from Malaysia to England, before I settled in Tennessee, where I've called home for nearly two decades.

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