Sugar and Spice Orange Salad
Brighten up any table with the vibrant and zesty "Sugar and Spice Orange Salad," a light yet flavorful recipe that's ready in just 15 minutes. Fresh, juicy navel oranges take the spotlight, elegantly layered and infused with a fragrant blend of cinnamon, cardamom, and a touch of granulated sugar for a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Topped with jewel-like pomegranate seeds, fresh mint leaves, and an optional drizzle of orange blossom water for a hint of floral sophistication, this no-cook dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a refreshing side, a palate-cleansing dessert, or even an eye-catching brunch centerpiece, this salad delivers Mediterranean-inspired flavors with minimal effort. Serve chilled for the ultimate sweet and spiced indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces navel oranges
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 10 pieces mint leaves (fresh)
- 0.25 cups pomegranate seeds
- 0.25 teaspoons orange blossom water (optional)
Instructions
Peel the navel oranges by slicing off both ends and then cutting away the skin and pith. Use a sharp knife to carefully slice the oranges into 1/4-inch rounds.
Arrange the orange slices in a shallow serving dish, slightly overlapping them in a decorative pattern.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom together until evenly combined.
Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture evenly over the arranged orange slices.
Scatter the fresh mint leaves and pomegranate seeds over the top for a bright and colorful garnish.
If desired, drizzle a few drops of orange blossom water over the salad for an extra floral aroma.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold and enjoy this simple yet elegant dish as a sweet and spiced treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*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.
