Recipes

Smoked Duck Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

January 03, 2025 / duck / florida / georgia / illinois / migratory bird

This vibrant smoked duck salad features fresh greens, tangy citrus segments, and a light vinaigrette.

This vibrant smoked duck salad features fresh greens, tangy citrus segments, and a light vinaigrette. Perfect for highlighting the diverse agricultural traditions of the Midwest and South.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 duck breasts
  • 6 cups mixed greens (garden or locally grown)
  • 1 orange, segmented
  • 1/4 cup pecans, toasted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Score the duck breasts and season with salt and pepper. Smoke or sear until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  3. In a large bowl, toss mixed greens, orange segments, and pecans with the vinaigrette.
  4. Top with sliced duck and serve immediately.

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