Perfect to Beat the Summer Heat Colourful Orange Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, the "Perfect to Beat the Summer Heat Colourful Orange Salad" is your ultimate go-to for a light and satisfying dish on hot days. Juicy orange segments are paired with peppery baby arugula, crisp red bell pepper, and ruby-red pomegranate seeds, creating a rainbow of colors on your plate. Creamy feta cheese and crunchy toasted walnuts add a delightful contrast in texture, while a zesty honey-lemon dressing ties it all together with a subtle balance of sweet and tangy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is as quick to prepare as it is to vanish from your table. Whether you’re hosting a summer brunch or looking for a vibrant side dish, this healthy and delicious salad is sure to impress. Perfect for those searching for "easy summer salad recipes" or "colorful salads with oranges," this vibrant creation is a feast for your eyes and your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Oranges
- 3 cups Baby arugula
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup Pomegranate seeds
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Walnuts (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and segment the oranges, removing any seeds and membrane for clean, juicy slices. Set aside.
Wash and pat dry the baby arugula. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the arugula.
Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted walnuts over the arugula mixture for added texture and color.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Top the salad with the orange segments, arranging them neatly for a final burst of color.
Serve immediately and enjoy this cool, vibrant orange salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1479 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 708 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*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.
