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How to Cut an Orange (Without the Skin)

How to cut an orange into thin slices without the skin is very easy! In this simple guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about cutting an orange in two ways: regular and circular slices. Oranges are high in nutrients and perfect for your next snack.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 62 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 medium orange
  • ⅛ tsp salt optional

Instructions

Method 1
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  1. Start by cutting the top and bottom of the orange with the knife, then slice off the skin on all sides of the orange.
  2. Next, slowly cut through the flesh of the orange making sure to scoop each orange slice out of the fruit. Cut around the membrane of the orange with the knife.
Method 2
  1. Follow the first three steps from above making sure to slice the skin off the orange with the knife.
  2. Once all the skin has been removed, place the orange on its side, then slice through the orange from top to bottom making a circular ring.
  3. Now, you're ready to serve your orange slices or rings without the skin! The slices are super juicy and delicious so it will be hard to not eat them in one sitting!

Notes

  • Be sure to use a sharp knife to cut the skin off the orange.
  • You'll want your knife sharp so you can easily cut out each orange wedge, too.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Note: This is optional, if your orange is a bit on the sour side, you can sprinkle a bit of salt over it. So good!

Nutrition Information

Calories 62kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.03g Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g Sodium 291mg (12%) Potassium 237mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 295IU (6%) Vitamin C 70mg (78%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 62

% Daily Value*

Calories 62kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Sodium 291mg 12%
Potassium 237mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 295IU 6%
Vitamin C 70mg 78%
Calcium 53mg 5%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.