Sunkist Cara Cara oranges make this salad anything but average. Drizzled with a vinaigrette that looks like sunshine; beautiful, slightly tangy, and slightly sweet with a spicy shallot crunch, this hearty and healthy salad is meant to be shared, and believe me when I tell you that it’s going to be a hit on the dinner table!
Tri-Tip Roast Salad with Cara Cara Orange Honey Vinaigrette
By Christine Fiorentino | @christinefiorentino_
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Tri-Tip Roast Salad with Cara Cara Orange Honey Vinaigrette
By Christine Fiorentino | @christinefiorentino_
Spice Rub
Directions
- Dry the Sunkist® Cara Cara orange zest 24-48 hours ahead of use. Thoroughly wash and dry citrus. Use a microplane or zester to remove top layer of skin. Avoid any white, bitter pith.
- Spread zest in a single layer on a wax paper or parchment paper lined plate or sheet pan. Leave exposed in a clean, dry, room temperature area 24-48 hours. Zest should become brittle. Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
- In a bowl, combine citrus zest, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and kosher salt. Rub spices into meat just prior to cooking (see below).
Tri-Tip Salad
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 F degrees. Bring meat to room temperature. Pat and dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Rub entire portion of meat with spice rub. Cook meat 4 minutes on each side.
- Remove pan from stove. Place in oven on middle rack until internal temperature at thickest portion of meat measures 135 F degrees, about 15 minutes, for medium rare. Remove steak from pan. Tent with aluminum foil. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Cara Cara Orange Honey Vinaigrette
Directions
- Add garlic, Sunkist® Cara Cara orange juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to a food processor or blender. Mix on medium-high speed, slowly incorporating olive oil until emulsified. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in shallot to combine. Place aside until ready to use. Store leftover dressing in an airtight jar in the refrigerate.