Turkish Orange and Onion Salad Recipe
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Turkish Orange and Onion Salad Recipe
Description
The Turkish Orange and Onion Salad Recipe showcases the combination of sweet naval orange slices, thinly sliced red onions, and kalamata olives. The preparation emphasizes layering the juicy orange slices topped with overlapping onion rings and scattered olives. The dressing is a blend of olive oil infused with dried herbs—thyme and oregano—and sumac, which contributes a tangy, lemony note without bitterness. Fresh mint leaves scattered on top add a cooling finish to the dish.
The salad delivers a contrast of sweet, sharp, and savory elements alongside tender citrus segments and crisp onions. The assembly requires no cooking; instead, the flavors meld by drizzling the dressing over the fresh ingredients and seasoning with kosher salt to taste.
This salad can complement a variety of meals, adding a fresh, bright component that pairs well with grilled meats or heavier dishes requiring brightness and acidity.
For best results, the salad should be consumed fresh but can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days while retaining its flavor and texture. Using seedless sweet naval oranges is recommended to avoid bitterness and seeds.
Ingredients
- 3 orange cut into slices ( sweet naval oranges work nicely
- 1 red onion sliced thin
- 8 kalamata olives
- ½ tsp kosher salt to taste
Dressing:
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp sumac
- 6 mint for garnish, leaves
Instructions
Prepare the salad:
- Peel the oranges and remove the surrounding pith.
- Slice oranges to a thickness of ¼" and place on a large serving platter.
- Slice onion thinly and place them over the oranges.
- Scatter the olives on top.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, thyme, sumac and oregano.
- Drizzle over the oranges and onions.
- Serve with a sprinkling of salt and mint garnish.
Notes
- Use sweet, seedless naval oranges for the best flavor and ease of preparation.
- Sumac provides a tangy, mildly floral taste similar to lemon zest but without bitterness; it is essential to the authentic flavor profile.
- Prepare the salad fresh for optimal texture and flavor, but leftovers can be stored in a sealed container refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 277mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 210IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 36.5mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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