Spiced Orange Salad

Notes: Juice-orange slices hold together better than those from navel oranges. If you are using a hot onion, put slices in a bowl and mix with 4 cups cold water, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons vinegar, and 1 tablespoon salt; gently squeeze the slices, separating the rings. Let stand 10 minutes, then drain, rinse, and drain again.

6 oranges (about 2 1/2 in. wide, 2 1/2 lb. total; see notes)

4 to 6 tablespoons white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon sugar

Spice blend (recipe follows)

1 mild red onion (6 oz.), peeled and sliced (see notes)

1/2 cup finely slivered fresh mint leaves

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Salt

About 1/2 cup black olives such as Niçoise or kalamata

Fresh mint leaves and fresh cilantro leaves, rinsed

Step 1

With a small, sharp knife, cut peel and white membrane from oranges. Slice the oranges crosswise 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick and discard seeds.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons vinegar with olive oil and sugar. Stir in the spice blend.

Step 3

In a wide, shallow bowl, gently mix orange slices, onions, slivered mint, and chopped cilantro. Pour in dressing and mix gently. Taste and add salt and more vinegar if desired.

Step 4

Scatter olives, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves over the top. Spoon salad and dressing onto plates.

Step 5

Spice blend: Combine 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds or ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika or mild ground dried chili, 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns or 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1/4 teaspoon curry powder, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; if using whole spices, whirl mixture in a grinder or small food processor to a powder.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 138Calories from Fat 37

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.7g9%

Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 370mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Dietary Fiber 4.6g19%
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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