Our Favorite Citrus Recipes to Celebrate Citrus Season!

Even though the snow and cold are officially here to stay, at least for a while, this means one good thing has finally made its arrival: fresh, in-season citrus! Despite the gray and dreary weather, we at least have an assortment of vibrant fruits to brighten our kitchens, ranging from juicy oranges to zesty lemons and limes. If you’re looking to make the most of these seasonal fruits, here are six delicious recipes that will add the right amount of zest and sweetness that your meals may be craving this time of year. 

Sunny Citrus Salad 

As the name suggests, this recipe will provide the color and sunshine that we dearly miss during this winter season. With juicy oranges and grapefruits complemented by fresh basil and creamy gorgonzola, this salad will give you a dose of summer we’re all longing for these days. 

Fresh Citrus Roasted Salmon 

Salmon and citrus bring out the best in one another, especially at this time of year. With bold flavors and restaurant-quality presentation, your family will find it hard to believe that this dish only took 25 minutes to prepare. 

Grilled Rosemary Shrimp with Orange Aioli

Looking for an appetizer that will have your friends craving more? This grilled rosemary shrimp with orange aioli is the perfect way to achieve just that. The grilled shrimp has a beautiful array of citrus flavors on its own, but topped with the zesty orange aioli, this bite-sized app will be gone before you have a chance to grab one for yourself. 

Mediterranean Chicken with Lemon Parsley Orzo 

This Mediterranean-style dish is not your typical chicken dinner. Prepared with a flavorful, yogurt-based marinade and warm spices paired with a zesty lemon parsley orzo, this recipe is great to have in your back pocket during citrus season. 

Lemon Garlic Pasta 

For a no-brainer meatless option that’s full of flavor, this lemon garlic pasta is a great meal. With bright lemon juice and fresh parsley leaves, this simple pasta is super quick to make in advance for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Lemon Scones with Blackberries 

Citrus season is a perfect time to try out some new delicious dessert recipes. These lemon scones with blackberries are a perfect way to feature citrus and make a great dessert or breakfast for you and your loved ones. Full of juicy blackberries with a tart glaze, this recipe is a hard one to pass up.