Spanish Citrus Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Spanish Citrus Salad, a feast for both the eyes and the palate. This no-cook recipe combines juicy orange and grapefruit slices with the bold flavors of kalamata olives, a touch of red onion, and an aromatic herb medley of fresh mint and parsley. A tangy-sweet dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, honey, and freshly squeezed lemon juice ties everything together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and zesty—ideal as a light appetizer, a refreshing side dish, or a stunning centerpiece for brunch. Whether served fresh or slightly chilled, this salad is a sensational way to celebrate citrus season!
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Ingredients
- 3 pieces oranges
- 1 piece grapefruit
- 1 piece lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 piece red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the oranges and grapefruit, carefully removing all the white pith. Slice them into thin, round slices and arrange them on a large serving platter.
Step 2
Juice the lemon into a small bowl and whisk together with extra virgin olive oil and honey to create the dressing.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion and scatter the slices over the citrus fruit on the platter.
Step 4
Add the kalamata olives evenly across the salad.
Step 5
Chop the fresh mint leaves and parsley roughly, then sprinkle them over the top of the salad.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 7
Toss gently to combine all ingredients or leave them arranged for a decorative presentation.
Step 8
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled version.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1077.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1095.0 |
| Total Fat 74.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2030.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 118.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 68.3g | |
| Protein 11.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 593.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1787.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories