Brighten up your table with the vibrant and zesty flavors of this Moroccan-inspired Radish, Red Onion, and Orange Salad. This refreshing dish combines crisp red radishes, sweet navel oranges, and tangy red onions, all tossed in a fragrant dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and warm spices like cumin and cinnamon. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, while the citrusy vinaigrette ties everything together with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this colorful salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Serve it as a light side dish or a refreshing appetizerβitβs a beautiful way to celebrate bold, Mediterranean flavors.
Wash and trim the radishes. Slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Slice the oranges crosswise into round slices about 1/4 inch thick, then cut each round into quarters.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and set it aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced radishes, red onion, orange pieces, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1181 mg | 25% | |
*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.