Description
Sicilian Orange Salad (Insalata di Arance) is a vibrant and refreshing dish that showcases the delightful flavors of sweet oranges, crunchy fennel, and briny olives. This colorful salad is perfect as a light appetizer or a side dish that complements grilled meats and seafood. With its bright hues and zesty taste, it brings a touch of Mediterranean sunshine to your table. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this salad not only pleases the palate but also provides essential nutrients, making it a healthy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds oranges
- 1 bulb fennel
- 1 red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup pitted olives
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Peel the oranges carefully, removing all skin and white pith. Slice them into 1/4-inch rounds.
- Thinly slice the fennel and red onion.
- On a large serving platter, layer the orange slices with fennel and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with olives, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley.
- Add more olive oil if desired and optionally drizzle with balsamic vinegar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg