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Fresh citrus is a stalwart companion to many of my recipes, from sweet to savory, from spice blends to cocktails, and from Mexican to Italian.

Italian Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake Drizzled with Orange Glaze

This Southern Italian olive oil cake recipe is enhanced with fresh oranges, Grand Marnier, and cardamom spice. Easy to make in one bowl with a whisk, this cake is not-too-sweet, and very aromatic. It is enjoyed by Italians for breakfast, a mid-afternoon snack, or as a dessert. I especially love it during Easter week as …

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How to Make Mexican Fruit Salad with Chile-Lime Salt

Quick Summary: Fresh jicama, mango, cucumber, and radish tossed with a ginger lime dressing and finished with chile-lime salt (Tajín). A riff on the popular Mexican street fruit cups. Sweet, spicy, crunchy, and refreshing. Prep: 20 min | Serves: 5 Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients | The Dressing | Chile-Lime-Salt | FAQ If you go …

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No Cook Lemon Orange Spring Pie (Faux Meyer Lemon)

Quick Summary: A no-bake citrus filling in a pecan crust that mimics the flavor of expensive Meyer lemons. Combines lemon zest, orange zest, and marmalade for that distinctive lemon-orange taste. Low-carb friendly if you use sugar substitutes. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 15 min (crust only) | Chill: 4 hours | Serves: 9 Jump to: …

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