Middle Eastern Spiced Orange Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Middle Eastern Spiced Orange Salad is a feast for the senses. Juicy slices of fresh oranges are delicately layered with sweet-tart pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of fragrant fresh mint, and the crunch of toasted pistachios. A drizzle of honey-olive oil dressing, laced with warm cinnamon and tangy sumac, ties it all together, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this colorful and nutritious salad makes an ideal side dish or light starter, adding a touch of Mediterranean elegance to your table. Perfect for healthy eating and entertaining alike, this recipe is sure to impress while being effortless to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole oranges
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground sumac
- 2 tablespoons toasted pistachios
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Peel the oranges, removing as much white pith as possible, and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping them.
Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds evenly over the orange slices.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and set aside a small pinch for garnish. Scatter the rest over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, and ground sumac until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the oranges and pomegranate seeds.
Sprinkle the toasted pistachios over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Lightly season the salad with sea salt for an extra layer of taste.
Garnish with the reserved fresh mint leaves and serve immediately as a refreshing side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1284 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
