Mama's Ambrosia
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Mama's Ambrosia
Description
Mama's Ambrosia centers on whole peeled navel oranges with all pith and membranes removed to reveal fresh segments. These are gently combined with shredded coconut in a bowl that captures the juice during preparation. A small amount of sugar may be added to balance the natural tartness or sweetness of the oranges, depending on taste.
The resulting salad is cool and refreshing with a combination of juicy citrus segments and the subtle texture and flavor of coconut. The citrus juice mingling with coconut brings a mild tropical note. The dish is best served after chilling several hours in the refrigerator so the flavors meld.
This ambrosia is typically served as a side or light dessert. Using half blood oranges with navel oranges enhances the salad's color variety. It can be prepared up to two days ahead and stored well covered in the refrigerator. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2 to 3 days.
Ingredients
- 4 navel orange large
- sugar optional, to taste
- ½ cup coconut shredded
Instructions
- Peel the oranges and remove all the white pith.
- Working over a bowl to capture the juices, remove the orange sections. Squeeze any remaining juice from the core and membranes into the bowl with the orange sections.
- Taste the oranges and add a small amount (1-2 tblsp.) sugar if needed.
- Add coconut. Toss together.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
- Use half blood oranges and half navel oranges to create a visually appealing salad with color contrast.
- The salad can be prepared up to two days in advance and refrigerated covered to develop flavor.
- Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within 2 to 3 days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 270mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 346IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 83mg | 92% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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