19 Citrus Recipes To Brighten Up Your Week
Citrus lovers, this one’s for you!
We’ve curated a list of our favorite recipes, covering everything from velvety lemon cream sauces and zesty lime dressings to cocktail infusions with a burst of citrus and herbal notes. We figured it’s time to brighten up your meals and cocktails with every juicy, aromatic bite and sip.
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LEMON CACIO E PEPE
Pecorino Romano meets the vibrant notes of freshly cracked black pepper and lemon, elevating this beloved dish with a refreshing, citrusy twist.
ROASTED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CAPERS, OLIVES AND ROASTED LEMONS
Think golden-brown, crispy skin, succulent, seasoned meat and the beautifully layered complexity of briny kalamata olives, zesty capers and roasted lemons. All you need is a skillet for searing, tongs for flipping and a baking sheet for roasting lemons!
PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH LEMON HERB PARMESAN SAUCE
This is a salmon recipe you’ll want to save.
Perfectly seared, crispy skin, tender, flaky meat and a luscious lemon herb sauce served alongside couscous, arugula and a nice, crusty bread.
CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN & ORZO WITH SPRING VEGETABLES
A beautiful ode to spring, these tender chicken cutlets are bathed in a white wine orzo with caramelized asparagus, radishes and sugar snap peas. The velvety lemon sauce is what gives it a rich zest, while the basil and chives add a burst of fresh herbaceous flavor.
GARLIC LEMON ROSEMARY ROASTED CHICKEN
Roasted chicken with lemons, garlic and rosemary will fill your home with the most delicious, herby aromatics. But it’s always simple ingredients, basic roasting techniques and a thermometer that make the perfect roasted chicken every time.
SAUTÉED SHRIMP LEMON BUCATINI WITH ROASTED KALE
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with bucatini al dente, roasted kale and sautéed shrimp bathed in a velvety lemon cream sauce.
CRANBERRY ORANGE SMOOTHIE BOWL
This smoothie bowl is a refreshing blend of frozen bananas, cranberries and blood orange. We use almond milk and cashew butter to give it that velvety texture, then drizzle maple syrup and top with granola, pomegranate seeds, shredded coconut and fresh cranberries for some crunch.
BLOOD ORANGE CHICKEN WITH WHISKEY AND GREEN OLIVES
A little more involved than other sheet-pan recipes, this lively, Mediterranean-flavored dish—highlighting caramelized blood oranges, marinated chicken and roasted fennel—is worth the extra steps.
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LEMON GIN SPRITZ COCKTAIL
If you really want a hit of citrus, this Lemon Gin Spritz will do the trick. Combining gin, lemon juice and sparkling lemon water (or lemonade), this effervescent libation offers a delightful sensory experience.
BLOOD ORANGE SAGE BOURBON COCKTAIL
Savor the blood orange citrus base in this bourbon cocktail.
Complemented by a sage-infused honey syrup, this herbal, well-balanced concoction is a great way to break up the week. Garnish with orange slices and fresh sage for an aromatic finish.
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH AVOCADO AND LIME
Blanched and roasted to perfection for that crunch and char, a good Brussels sprout always needs a drizzle of something. In this case, it’s a zesty lime dressing with whole-grain mustard, honey and a hint of Tabasco for heat.
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LIME AND CHILE-CILANTRO BUTTER
Slightly tangy, sweet and spicy, this lime butter is a wonderful accompaniment to grilled shrimp tossed in sweet corn.
Pro Tip: Use a grill basket or skewers to prevent your shrimp from slipping through the racks on the grill.
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ORANGE CARDAMOM MARMALADE
Using a mix of Valencia or Cara Cara oranges and lemons, this marmalade combines the fruity zest, pith and flesh of the fruit to create a luscious texture.
Infused with crushed green cardamom, an aromatic spice delicately perfuming the marmalade with a spicy-sweet undertone.
SPARKLING BLOOD ORANGE MOCKTAIL
Swap your Aperol spritz for this.
Vibrant citrus flavors with a hint of pomegranate, this mocktail has a refreshing base, elevated by the effervescence of orange sparkling water and garnished with orange slices and a sprig of rosemary.
CILANTRO LIME TURKEY BURGERS
Burger nights hit different when you’re working with ground turkey, cilantro, cumin and a zest of lime.
Seasoned to perfection, these burger patties will develop a nice crust on the grill, layered with queso fresco, red onion, avocado, tomato and lettuce. Bun optional.
TEQUILA LIME GRILLED CHICKEN
Marinated in extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime, jalapeño, paprika, sea salt and silver tequila, these chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful and easy to throw on the grill.
ROASTED PORK SHOULDER WITH LIME CREMA
A beautiful blend of garlic, sage and rosemary brings a robust, aromatic flavor profile to this roast, cut by a refreshing lime crema.
But the magic is in the slow roasting. Doing this at a lower temperature allows the pork shoulder to practically melt in your mouth.
CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP LETTUCE CUPS
This recipe is all about the marinade—a vibrant blend of cilantro, lime and spices—which gives the shrimp a citrusy kick. Joined by a strawberry avocado salsa for a beautiful combination of textures and flavors in every lettuce cup.
FIRE ROASTED ARTICHOKE AND LEMON GARLIC AIOLI
Charred in an Ooni pizza oven, these artichokes develop a delightful smokiness, paired with a smoky citrus aioli that’s rich, savory and tangy.
Just grab a steamer basket and a cast iron to cook the artichokes all the way through—then pop them in the pizza oven for that irresistible smoky char.
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