Sicilian Orange Salad
A little savory, a little sweet -- this scintillating side is all good, and it's good for you. The combination of oranges and onions come together to make a downright delicious dish. Start your meal off on the light note with this succulent salad.
Ingredients
- 3 navel oranges
- 3 blood oranges
- 1 medium red onion, sliced into paper-thin rings
- 8 large fresh basil leaves, shredded
- 3 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the oranges, and remove all the pith.
- Slice into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
- Arrange the slices on a large, shallow platter.
- Lay the onion slices on top of the oranges and sprinkle with the shredded basil.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salad, and season generously with black pepper.
- Cover and let stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours before serving for the flavors to marry.
- No Cooking Needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 868.03kcalCarbohydrates: 124.47gProtein: 8.87gFat: 42.99gSaturated Fat: 6.21gSodium: 10.14mgFiber: 21.92gSugar: 82.42g
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