Ensalada de Naranja y Aceitunas

Ensalada de Naranja y Aceitunas is a refreshing and vibrant Spanish salad that combines the sweetness of oranges with the brininess of olives. This low-carb dish is perfect as a light appetizer or a side salad, offering a delightful contrast of flavors.

Ingredients

• Navel orange - 1 large
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams, chopped
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Peel the orange, removing all the white pith, and cut it into bite-sized segments.
2. In a large bowl, combine the orange segments, halved Kalamata olives, chopped parsley, and thinly sliced red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamin C from oranges, boosting the immune system.
• Olives provide healthy fats that support heart health.

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