Almond Sunshine Citrus

Name: Almond Sunshine Citrus
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 navel oranges; 1 red grapefruit; 1 white grapefruit; 1 lemon; 1 lime; 1/3 sugar

From TOH Everyday Light Meals cookbook and they suggest serving it with pork for dinner, but I think it would be equally as good for breakfast or brunch. Make sure you allow time for this to be refrigerated overnight.

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Lemon Lime Oranges Citrus Fruit Low Protein

Total time

32 min

Servings

Calories

172

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

3 navel oranges
1 red grapefruit
1 white grapefruit
1 lemon
1 lime
1/3 sugar

Method

Grate enough peel from the oranges, grapefruit, lemon and lime to measure 1 tablespoon of mixed citrus peel; set peel aside.
To section citrus fruit, cut a thin slice off the bottom and top of the oranges, grapefruit, lemon and lime.
Place each fruit cut side down on a cutting board.
With a sharp knife, remove peel and white pith. Holding fruit over abowl, slice between the membrane fo each section and the fruit unti lthe knife reaches the center; remove sections and place in a glass bowl. Set 1/2 cup juice aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and reserved peel and juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes. Cool; stir in extract. Pour over fruit.
Refrigerate overnight.
Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds.

Cook's notes

Segment your oranges carefully to ensure a clean, juice-filled texture in every bite.
Zest your citrus fruits before juicing to capture the aromatic oils for a punchier flavor profile.
Allow the mixture to chill for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the citrus flavors meld with the almond base.

Easy swaps

Swap almonds for macadamia nuts for a richer, more buttery texture.
Replace oranges with grapefruit if you prefer a sharper, more bitter citrus note.
Use agave nectar or maple syrup if you prefer a different liquid sweetener than the standard recipe.

Frequently asked

Is the Almond Sunshine Citrus recipe suitable for a low-protein diet?

Yes, this recipe is naturally low in protein, making it an excellent option for those monitoring their protein intake while enjoying a fresh, plant-based meal.

Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time for brunch?

Absolutely! You can prepare the citrus components ahead of time, but keep the almond element separate until just before serving to maintain the best consistency.