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Easy Grape Clementine Salad

January 14, 2016 By Julie Menghini 68 Comments

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This Easy Grape Clementine Salad recipe is so quick and delicious.  It’s packed with fresh ingredients that are available year around, and it’s perfect for potlucks and school lunches.

Easy Grape Clementine Salad This salad is so quick and easy, and is packed with fresh ingredients that are available year around. This salad is delicious and keeps well for potlucks or work lunches.Even though we’ve had a pretty mild winter, our fresh fruit and vegetables are just a memory.  Instead of whining, (o.k., I am whining), I thought I would get to work on a salad using fresh ingredients that I do have access to.  Hello, Easy Grape Clementine salad. 

Easy Grape Clementine Salad This salad is so quick and easy, and is packed with fresh ingredients that are available year around. This salad is delicious and keeps well for potlucks or work lunches.Fresh fruit and vegetables aren’t always a priority for John.  He’s somewhat of a caveman.  He’d be happy with a slab of meat on a plate.  To heck with the sides.  Sometimes I have to get a little creative to inspire him to eat them.  [Tweet “Easy Grape Clementine Salad is perfect for winter! #recipe #salad”]

This salad combines fresh fruit, mint, walnuts and a delicious light honey poppyseed dressing.  I even got 2 thumbs up from John.  I’m sure a whole bowl of this fruit probably sent his system into shock, but he has recovered.  I’ll be making this salad all year long.

Easy Grape Clementine Salad This salad is so quick and easy, and is packed with fresh ingredients that are available year around. This salad is delicious and keeps well for potlucks or work lunches.This dressing recipe makes more than you need.  It would be just as good drizzled on a lettuce salad, or you could just make a bigger salad.  This fruit salad also goes well with the heavier comfort food recipes that are so good this time of year.  It’s quick and easy enough that you can get it on your table in no time.

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Easy Grape Clementine Salad
Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Easy Grape Clementine Salad This salad is so quick and easy, and is packed with fresh ingredients that are available year around. This salad is delicious and keeps well for potlucks or work lunches.
Course: Salad
Servings: 2 -4
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Ingredients
salad
  • 2 cups halved grapes I used red and green
  • 2 clementines peeled, sliced and sections separated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
dressing
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1 scallion white and green parts sliced thinly (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
  1. Combine all of the salad ingredients, except the walnuts. Dress the salad very lightly with the dressing. Garnish each individual salads with walnuts before serving. Serve additional dressing on the side.
  2. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
Recipe Notes

This recipe makes enough dressing for a much larger salad.

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Comments

  1. apuginthekitchen says

    January 14, 2016 at 10:21 am

    Absolutely gorgeous fresh salad and that dressing sounds wonderful.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 11:37 am

      Thank you Suzanne! It is just a bright salad to kick the winter doldrums in its cold fanny!

      Reply
  2. Amy says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:15 am

    Yummy yummy! I will be making this! Looks wonderful!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 11:36 am

      Thank you Amy! Easy and delicious! Thank you so much for commenting!

      Reply
  3. Cheryl "Cheffie Cooks" Wiser says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:15 am

    Hi Julie love the combo. I loveeeeeeee salads and eat one everyday-Glad to know John’s enjoying too!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 11:39 am

      Thank you Cheryl! Wish we had that lovely citrus you guys do but this is a great alternative! Have an amazing day!

      Reply
  4. Debbie Spivey says

    January 14, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    I just made a salad last week mixing the fruit and veggie combinations. This salad looks like one I can add to my list.

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      Thank you Debbie! It is just so easy to throw together and take if you need too. Enjoy your evening and thanks for stopping over! How is the weather on the mountain?

      Reply
  5. Loretta says

    January 14, 2016 at 2:17 pm

    So vibrant, healthy and delicious Julie. I’d never thought of serving fruit as a salad, we do eat fruit salads with yogurt very often after a meal, but I love how you served this on the Boston lettuce leaf as part of your main meal. The colors pop right out, and that dressing looks really good with the poppy seeds.

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:37 pm

      Thank you Loretta! Sometimes I put salads together like this and don’t think anything of them, but decided to write this one down since we enjoyed it so much. I sure miss the fresh summer fruit, but this is a good stand in. I love salads with yogurt too. They can sure cure a sweet tooth. Have a great evening!

      Reply
  6. Johanne Lamarche says

    January 14, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    Love fresh citrus in salads and this one is a winner with poppy seeds and walnuts. Yum!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:33 pm

      Thank you Johanne. Simple and delicious! Enjoy your evening my friend!

      Reply
  7. Anna says

    January 14, 2016 at 2:58 pm

    This sounds so refreshing, Julie! Like having a little summer sunshine on your plate! 😉

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      Thank you Anna! Everyone enjoyed it.

      Reply
  8. simplyvegetarian777 says

    January 14, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    Simple and elegant Julie ❤️

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:31 pm

      Thank you Sonal!

      Reply
  9. Lynz Real Cooking says

    January 14, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    I am in love love with this salad! I am tired of the same old thing! Yumm

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 5:44 pm

      Thank you Lynz!! I hope you will give it a try. I’m with you that I seem to get stuck making the same thing. Nice thing about following so many talented people that I’m inspired to try new things. I loved your new post Lynz! I am waiting for that book deal. I want mine signed!

      Reply
  10. Rena says

    January 14, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    Your fruit salad looks so pretty and refreshing! I wish I could have some right now!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 14, 2016 at 10:35 pm

      Rena, you are just so sweet. Thank you so much!

      Reply
  11. Lina says

    January 15, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Delicious Julie! This salad looks so refreshing! I loved the photography!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 15, 2016 at 12:34 pm

      Thank you Lina! There is one benefit to all of these dreary days, and that they are good for photos! Thank you for stopping. It’s so good to see you.

      Reply
  12. Dini @ The Flavor Bender says

    January 15, 2016 at 11:55 am

    Julie! This looks so good! 😀 I was sold with the addition of the grapes!! I love all the fruits and the flavours here – definitely something I can eat just by the bowlful!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 15, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      Thank you Dini! Simple and yummy.

      Reply
  13. arlene@arl's world says

    January 15, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    What a lovely salad Julie! I just finished eating some clementine’s …how wonderful to have them in this salad. 🙂 Happy FF and weekend!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 11:02 am

      Thank you Arl! Clementines is one fruit John will actually grab and take to work since they peel so easily. I hope you are enjoying your weekend too!

      Reply
  14. Sarah says

    January 15, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    What stunning fresh salad! Perfect for after the holidays when we need fresh fruits and veggies 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend and Happy FF!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 11:01 am

      Thank you Sarah! It makes it feel a little warmer than it is this time of year. I hope you are enjoying your weekend too!

      Reply
  15. chefjulianna says

    January 15, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    Your salad is so fresh and vibrant, Julie! I makes me wish that spring would hurry up and get here!! Thanks so much for co-hosting FF this week! You know that we always appreciate it, and especially you, because you are after all, The Hostess at Heart! 🙂

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 11:00 am

      Thank you Julianna! You are just the sweetest girl. I love to co-host when I can because everyone is so kind and supportive. My favorite place to share. I am thinking spring too! Might be jumping the gun a bit. -25 to -30 f windchill tomorrow. I’m staying home!

      Reply
  16. NancyC says

    January 16, 2016 at 12:30 am

    I love this fruity salad! It looks so appetizing, fresh, and colorful! Just the thing to brighten a winter meal! 🙂

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 10:57 am

      Thank you Nancy! Easy and yummy.

      Reply
  17. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    January 16, 2016 at 7:08 am

    I love a fruit salad especially with a poppy seed dressing all year long. Grapes and all of the various citrus fruits are plentiful and perfect for a healthy addition to any meal (or by itself). I have been out of town for a week so I am trying to catch up. Thanks so much for co-hosting Julie – looks like there are a lot of good recipes 🙂

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 10:57 am

      I almost didn’t post it because it’s so easy, but I’ve made it so much lately I thought maybe someone else would enjoy it. I hope you had a wonderful time away! I’m not good at keeping caught up when I am away. So many people do everything on their phone. I need to get better using my phone to stay caught up. Stay warm Judi!

      Reply
  18. Kunstkitchen says

    January 16, 2016 at 11:55 am

    Julie, salad is at the top of my list this year for improving my diet. thanks for sharing an easy to prepare salad.

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 7:20 pm

      Thank you Catherine! It is indeed simple, easy and an easy way to get your fruit in. So happy you stopped by!

      Reply
  19. Lily says

    January 16, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    I think all men are the same. My husband is the same way. If I don’t make an effort to make him eat his fruits and veggies, I don’t think he would ever just pick up an apple on his own. Beautiful salad, very vibrant and I like it’s simplicity. Thanks for sharing:)

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      An apple? Never, unless it is cored and cut into slices and sat in front of him….kind of like when the kids were 5 :). Thanks Lily. Enjoy the rest of your weekend1

      Reply
  20. indusinternationalkitchen says

    January 16, 2016 at 4:39 pm

    Easy and delicious salad Julie. I love fruits in salad. And I agree that this can be a nice neat addition to the kid’s lunch boxes.

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 16, 2016 at 7:17 pm

      Thank you Indu! I hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Thank you for stoping over!

      Reply
  21. Margherita says

    January 17, 2016 at 5:05 am

    Clementines in the salad are amazing! Nice idea adding some grapes!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 17, 2016 at 10:22 am

      Thank you! We love them because they are so easy to eat too. I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend!

      Reply
  22. Jhuls says

    January 17, 2016 at 5:09 am

    The salad looks so happy and sounds so good. 😀
    Thanks for co-hosting, Julie! Happy FF102!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 17, 2016 at 10:21 am

      Thanks Jhuls! I’ve had a great time co-hosting. FF has the best people, including you my friend!

      Reply
  23. Suchitra says

    January 17, 2016 at 11:00 am

    This salad is so screaming my name!! Love the colors and flavors! I was on the lookout for a poppyseed dressing! Is there specific reason for using canola oil instead of EVOO? I am saving the recipe!!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 18, 2016 at 8:59 am

      Thank you Su! The only reason that I used canola oil is because I didn’t want the flavor of olive oil in this dish. You can certainly use it and I am sure it will be delicious.

      Reply
  24. Natalie says

    January 17, 2016 at 11:10 am

    This recipe looks delicious, Julie. I love how simple and easy it is to make, too. This time of year I’m always longing for the fresh produce from the market, too. Thank you for co-hosting Fiesta Friday. Have a great week

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 18, 2016 at 9:00 am

      Thank you Natalie! It is definitely quick and easy and will last quite a while in the fridge. I had a great time hosting FF. It’s such a friendly bunch!

      Reply
  25. Nancy says

    January 17, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    This salad sounds delicious and refreshing, Julie! It appears to be the perfect accompaniment to tonight’s dinner…recipe printed (check), ingredients on hand (check), goodbye boring salad that was planned (check)! Thanks for posting! 😀

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 18, 2016 at 9:01 am

      Thank you Nancy! I hope you’ll pop back and let me know how it went over.

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        January 20, 2016 at 1:31 pm

        Two thumbs up, Julie! It was fabulous… I ended up tossing the fruit with baby greens (had more mouths to feed than I anticipated), It was THE perfect salad…Thank you. 🙂

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        • Julie Menghini says

          January 20, 2016 at 6:59 pm

          Yipeee! I really appreciate you letting me know. I’ve used this dressing on lettuce too. Thank you Nancy.

          Reply
  26. petra08 says

    January 17, 2016 at 2:12 pm

    Oh this is my kind of food! The recipe is bookedmarked as “has to be done asap” 🙂 Yum!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 18, 2016 at 9:02 am

      Thank you sweet Petra! Enjoy your day!

      Reply
  27. Linda says

    January 18, 2016 at 7:52 pm

    What a beautiful salad Julie!! Looks so easy and so healthy!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 18, 2016 at 7:56 pm

      Thank you Linda. Almost too easy for a recipe, but it went over so well here I thought I’d share.

      Reply
  28. deliciouslynell says

    January 19, 2016 at 3:06 am

    Lovely and fresh. 🙂

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    • Julie Menghini says

      January 19, 2016 at 9:33 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  29. Quinn Caudill says

    January 19, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    Eating a clementine as we speak. Be careful with the caveman cracks there is nothing wrong with a big slab of charred meat. LOL The salad looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday. Can’t wait to see what you bring this week!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 19, 2016 at 3:04 pm

      Ha! A slab of meat and a crock pot! 🙂 Thanks Quinn!

      Reply
  30. Shari says

    January 26, 2016 at 11:45 am

    Looks like a great salad, Julie! The dressing sounds yummy. The poppy seeds look so pretty on the clementines. I miss summer produce, too. My husband is like yours as far as salads go. I will have to give this one a try!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      January 26, 2016 at 1:03 pm

      Thank you Shari! I’ve made it 3 times since I came up with it. So easy and delicious.

      Reply

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