African Orange Spice Salad Recipe

Name: African Orange Spice Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 oranges, peeled and sectioned; Radish; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Dates; Pomegranate Seeds; 3-4 lettuce leaves (optional); 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced; 1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into thin strips; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon coriander

A vibrant and zesty African Orange Spice Salad bursting with fresh flavors! This simple, refreshing recipe (inspired by the Vegetarian Passport cookbook) is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or vibrant addition to your next barbecue. Get ready for a taste of sunshine in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 48.4 kcal

Protein 2g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for African Orange Spice Salad

2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
Radish
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Dates
Pomegranate Seeds
3-4 lettuce leaves (optional)
1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into thin strips
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon coriander

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How to Make African Orange Spice Salad

Wash and thoroughly dry all your produce.
In a medium bowl, combine the orange segments, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, coriander, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately on a bed of lettuce leaves (optional) or enjoy straight from the bowl.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

Carbs

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