Onion and Orange Salad
Brighten up your table with a refreshing and colorful Onion and Orange Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring juicy slices of fresh oranges paired with the subtle sharpness of red onion, this vibrant salad is brought to life with a drizzle of honey-infused olive oil dressing and a sprinkle of finely chopped mint leaves. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this dish is an effortless side or appetizer that impresses with its simplicity and elegance. The unique combination of citrus and onion creates a delightful contrast, enhanced further by the balance of white wine vinegar and a touch of black pepper. Serve it as a fresh addition to your menu and delight your guests with this Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Oranges
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Slice the oranges into thin, round slices and arrange them on a serving platter.
Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings. Separate the rings and scatter them over the orange slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the oranges and onions.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for a burst of freshness.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 883 mg | 19% | |
*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.
