Sicilian Orange Salad

Sicilian Orange Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish featuring sweet oranges, briny olives, and crunchy fennel, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This salad embodies the essence of Sicilian cuisine, highlighting fresh ingredients and bold contrasts.

Ingredients

• 2 large navel oranges - peeled and sliced
• 100 grams of fennel bulb - thinly sliced
• 50 grams of black olives - pitted and halved
• 1 tablespoon of red onion - finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh mint leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Begin by peeling the oranges and slicing them into rounds or wedges.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced oranges, fennel, black olives, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients without breaking the oranges.
5. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve garnished with fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamin C, boosting the immune system.
• Contains antioxidants that help fight inflammation.

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