From sweet tangerines to tangy grapefruits, citrus fruits can liven up any dish with a fruity kick and pop of color. Often thought to be a summer staple for pitchers of lemonade and bowls of sorbet, citrus fruits are actually in the peak of their season during the winter months. That means – for a welcome alternative to classic comfort foods – that citrus fruits are a great addition to sweet and savory winter dishes alike. For inspiration, we’ve pulled together some of our favorite citrus recipes from the Yankee archives for you to try and enjoy.
If you like citrus, this is the cake for you. It gets a flavor punch from three sources: the zest in the batter, the candied citrus slices on top, and the citrus syrup poured over the cake while it’s still warm.
Buttermilk Citrus Coffee Cake Photo Credit : Heath Robbins
This Citrusy Seared Sea Scallops on Wilted Greens salad is a great winter salad when you’re craving something light and bright, but still substantial.
Citrusy Seared Scallops on Wilted Greens Photo Credit : Nina Gallant
If there’s one food item that needs jazzing up, it’s a pork chop. And while there doesn’t seem to be anything special about this recipe for Orange Pork Chops on paper, the finished product is exceptionally good.
Adapted from a tasty recipe for Scottish Oat Scones, these breakfast treats are studded with sweet grapefruit and topped with a tangy citrus glaze.
Grapefruit Oatmeal Scones with Citrus Glaze Photo Credit : Aimee Tucker
This lemon pound cake in a Bundt cake pan drizzled with a simple lemon glaze is refreshing and flavorful. Top the cake with sliced strawberries for a delicious twist.
This recipe takes the rich flavor of bay scallops and turns up the volume with almond flour (finely ground almonds) and thinly sliced almonds (hazelnuts work well, too). For balance, a touch of orange juice adds a light note and brightens the dish.
Bay Scallops Sautéed with Almonds and Orange Photo Credit : Heath Robbins
Our readers tell us this recipe for lemon squares is always a big hit at parties, and we couldn’t agree more! The sweet and tart flavors blend in perfect harmony.
Like a warm ray of sunshine, this rich glazed grapefruit poundcake is the perfect cake to cure your winter blues.
Glazed Grapefruit Pound Cake Photo Credit : Aimee Tucker
Which winter citrus recipes are your favorite?
Cathryn McCann
As Digital Assistant Editor, Cathryn writes, manages, and promotes content for NewEngland.com and its social media channels. Prior to this role, she lived and worked on Martha’s Vineyard as a newspaper reporter, covering everything from environmental issues and education to crime and politics. Originally from New Hampshire, Cathryn spends most of her time out of the office on the trails, slopes, or by the water.
