25 Irresistible Orange Recipes for Peak Citrus Season (2024)

Updated January 10, 2023

• Festive Beet Citrus Salad

  

  Beets and oranges are a classic duo, paired here in a healthy and satisfying salad. The recipe makes enough for a small crowd, so scale it back if needed and play with the proportions to your taste. The kale holds up well over time, so leftovers are good for a few days.

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• Mexican Fruit co*cktail

  

  Hold onto your hats people! This is a flavor bomb salad thanks to the oranges, pineapple, apple, jalapeños, lime, and cilantro. Inspired by a fruit co*cktail recipe from the Jalisco region of Mexico, this is an excellent side dish for taco night or a simple snack on its own.

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• Jicama, Avocado, and Orange Salad

  

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  This salad is just as tasty to eat as it is pretty to look at. It’s crunchy, creamy, savory, and sweet. Serve it as a side dish toroast chickenor your favorite fish dish.

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• Parfait With Maple Yogurt, Citrus and Pomegranate

  

  Made with thick, maple-sweetened yogurt, orange, grapefruit, and pomegranate arils, these pretty parfaits are just as suitable for a brunch buffet as a dinner party sweet treat.

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• Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fennel and Orange

  

  This one-pan supper is just the sort of thing for a cold winter night.Fennels and oranges add brightness to the juicy chicken thighs rubbed with garlic and herbs. It’s easy enough for a family dinner and festive enough for special guests.

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• Chinese Orange Chicken

  

  If you’re a fan of crispy takeout orange chicken, this is the ticket to making it at home. It’s surprisingly easy; all you need is a large skillet. And don’t skip the orange zest in the sauce—it’s the most important ingredient.

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• Flank Steak with Orange and Avocado Salsa

  

  Here is a lighter take on a steak dinner with a decidedly south-of-the-border vibe. Season flank steak with ancho chili, cook in a skillet or on the grill, and serve with an avocado and orange salsa. Serve it over salad greens or tuck it into tortillas for a modern taco.

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• Spicy Orange Marinated Chicken

  

  Marinate chicken thighs for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight in a mixture of orange juice, onion, garlic, herbs, and chipotle then pan fry them. Serve with a side of Spanish rice.

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• Mojo Marinated Grilled Pork Kebabs

  

  Easy, delicious, and loaded with flavor (thanks to three types of fresh citrus), these tender pork kebabs are a win. The punchy garlic and citrus-flavored marinade pairs beautifully with the pineapple and peppers threaded onto skewers.If there is snow outside and your grill is off-limits, roast these in a 400°F instead.

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• Cardamom Citrus Fruit Salad

  

  Festooned with juicy orange segments along with other citrus superstars, this salad looks like a little jewel box. It’s ideal as a light winter dessert, maybe with a dab or two of crème fraîche, if desired.

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• Spatchco*cked Grilled Chicken with Orange and Ginger

  

  Spatchco*cked is just another way of saying butterflied, a method for butchering a chicken so it cooks more quickly and evenly. Leave the chicken in the orange ginger marinade for as long as you can (at least two hours) to guarantee a juicy, flavorful bird.

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• Slow Cooker Orange Almond Rice Pudding

  

  This rice pudding leans on rice cereal instead of whole rice. That makes for an extra creamy pudding made with ease using the slow cooker. It’sscented with orange zest and almond extract, and topped with fresh orange pieces. Comfort in a crock pot.

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• Orange Bread

  

  Who doesn’t love a cozy quickbread? This one is made with orange zest, golden raisins, and an orange lemon glaze. It’s moist and tender, thanks to the full cup of yogurt in the batter. Cut yourself a warm slice, set it on a plate, and make yourself a cup of tea. Consider it a form of therapy.

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• Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies

  

  A heavy dose of orange zest perfumes these elegant chocolate cookies. Like any shortbread, you won’t find a long list of ingredients, though they do require rolling and cutting. That is just part of the fun.

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• Broccoli Slaw with Cranberry Orange Dressing

  

  Don't toss your broccoli stems! They're sweet and tender, and fantastic tossed with cabbage, carrots, and a tangy cranberry orange dressing. This slaw makes a good side dish forroastorpulled pork.

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• Cod with Tomato and Orange

  

  Tomatoes, onions, green olives, and oranges are a classic combination in Spanish cuisine. Here, it works well with fish. The dish cooks up in minutes, making it an easy midweek meal. Leftovers are great the next day. Swap in halibut for cod if that appeals to you.

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• Orange Breakfast Rolls

  

  Who doesn't love waking up to freshly baked breakfast rolls? You can shape the rolls and let them proof overnight to effortlessly rouse your family from slumber with the aroma of orange-kissed rolls the following morning.

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• Triple-Layer White Cake With Orange Curd Filling

  

  Consider this multi-tiered beauty a special occasion cake. Orange plays a role in both the cake and the curd filling. It's sweet and tangy with a classic cream cheese frosting.

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• Orange-Spiced Whole Wheat Muffins

  

  Lightly sweet with a cinnamon sugar topping, these wholesome muffins are good for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Break one open and add a drizzle of honey or smear of salty butter, or both.

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• Blood Orange French 75 co*cktail

  

  Theclassic French 75is one of the chicest co*cktails under the sun. Here it gets a minor makeover by swapping in blood orange for lemon juice. It’s just as lovely to drink, plus a little more colorful.

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• Classic Mimosa

  

  co*cktails don’t get any easier than a mimosa, the classic combination of orange juice and sparkling wine. A clear brunch favorite. The key? Skip the orange juice concentrate and squeeze your own.It's totally worth it.

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• Maple Orange Glazed Carrots

  

  This easy side dish is a slam-dunk crowd pleaser. Sauté rounds of carrots in butter and glaze them with maple syrup and fresh orange juice.A light shower of orange zest and a pinch of cinnamon brings it all together.

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• Winter Spiced Orange Mocktail

  

  Winter Spiced Orange Mocktail is built with a bittersweet nonalcoholic flavored syrup squash. It's made with Seville oranges. The mocktail is embellished with club soda, bitters, and a beautiful slice of fresh orange. You won’t miss the booze.

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• Seville Orangeade

  

  While traditionally used to make marmalade, Seville oranges are also excellent juiced. Though not widely available, you can find Seville oranges online viaMelissa's Produce, at some specialty stores, and at some farmers markets.

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• Shrimp with Orange Beurre Blanc

  

  Set out a plate of these bright buttery shrimp and your guests may think they’re in a fancy restaurant. Luckily, it’s easy enough for a home cook. The beurre blanc is embellished with orange zest, white wine, and shallots—it's magical with sautéed shrimp. Steamed rice and asparagus or broccoli make great sides. Drizzle the oh-so-delicious citrus sauce all over them too.

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