Moroccan Orange Salad
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Moroccan Orange Salad
Description
Moroccan Orange Salad features peeled and segmented seedless oranges tossed with a spicy and tangy dressing made from olive oil, red wine or sherry vinegar, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, and seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper. The salad gets added texture and flavor complexity from chopped parsley and pungent black olives. The careful removal of the orange pulp ensures a refined texture and presentation.
The salad is gently tossed to combine the flavors without breaking up the orange pieces, resulting in a mix that is bright and slightly spicy with a balance of acidity and sweetness. It suits warm weather dining or can be served alongside richer dishes to provide a refreshing counterbalance.
Serving it chilled or at room temperature allows the flavors to meld subtly without diminishing the fresh citrus brightness. This dish is straightforward to prepare but delivers a clean, distinct flavor profile that highlights the freshness of the oranges and the spices.
Ingredients
- 3 large orange seedless
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
- salt freshly ground, to taste
- black pepper freshly ground, to taste
- 1 cup parsley chopped
- 12 black olives preferably imported Greek or Italian, pitted
Instructions
- Peel the oranges, paring away all the exterior white pulp. Cut each orange into wedges. Cut each wedge into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
- Place the cayenne, paprika, garlic, olive oil and vinegar in a salad bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste and whisk to combine. Add the oranges, parsley and olives. Toss gently to blend. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- This recipe is credited to Amanda Hesser, known for combining fresh ingredients with thoughtful spice blends.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Sodium | 196mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 343mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 1686IU | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 95mg | 106% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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