Spanish Lemon Salad Ensalada De Limn Recipe

This vibrant and unusual salad hails from the Hurdes region of Extremadura, Spain – a recipe originally fueling field workers with its potent vitamin and protein punch! Imagine juicy oranges and lemons, fragrant garlic, spicy chorizo, and creamy fried eggs all coming together in a zesty, unforgettable explosion of flavor. Don't like the intense lemon taste? Simply use the juice instead of the whole lemon slices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing appetizer, or a unique addition to your tapas spread. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Calories 337.6 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spanish Lemon Salad Ensalada De Limn

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How to Make Spanish Lemon Salad Ensalada De Limn

  1. Slice 2 lemons thinly and separate 1 orange into segments.
  2. Arrange the lemon slices and orange segments in a medium-sized bowl, layering them attractively.
  3. Add 2 cloves of crushed garlic and 50g of crumbled chorizo on top of the fruit.
  4. In a separate pan, gently fry 2 eggs until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Carefully place the fried eggs on top of the chorizo and fruit.
  5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of high-quality olive oil over the salad and season generously with salt.
  6. (Optional) Before serving, gently toss the salad to combine the ingredients, allowing the yolk to create a creamy dressing with the citrus juices.
  7. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar over the salad.
  8. Serve at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

38g

Carbs

6g