Ambrosia

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Ambrosia
120 min.
8
260kcal

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Indulge in a delightful tropical escape with our vibrant Ambrosia recipe, a perfect side dish that embodies the essence of summer. This heavenly creation, featuring the freshest navel oranges and a rich, flaky coconut, is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a celebration of wholesome ingredients. The combination of sweet oranges and nutty coconut, enhanced with a hint of cream sherry, creates a symphony of flavors that dances on your palate.

What makes this Ambrosia truly special is its versatility. It's completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for gatherings when catering to various dietary preferences. Each serving is a light yet satisfying dish that is not only refreshing but also packed with vibrant colors, appealing to both the eye and the appetite.

Perfect for warm summer evenings or festive occasions, this Ambrosia serves as an ideal accompaniment to your meal, bringing a touch of the tropics to your table. The preparation allows you to appreciate the simple beauty of fresh ingredients, and as you assemble this delightful side dish, you will find joy in the process and the anticipation of sharing it with family and friends. Chill it for at least an hour to let the flavors meld, and you're in for a treat that will delight everyone.

Ingredients

  • medium coconut or 
  • tablespoons cooking sherry 
  • large navel oranges 
  • pinch sea salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • peeler
  • box grater

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle.
  2. Pierce softest eye of coconut with a small screwdriver, then drain liquid and discard.
  3. Bake coconut in a shallow baking pan until it cracks, about 20 minutes. When cool, wrap in a towel and break shell with a hammer. Pry flesh from shell with screwdriver and peel off brown membrane with a vegetable peeler. Rinse coconut flesh. Coarsely grate coconut on large holes of a box grater using light pressure in long strokes to produce long, feathery flakes.
  4. Cut peel and pith from oranges with a sharp paring knife. Working over a large bowl, cut segments free from membranes, letting them drop into bowl; squeeze juice from membranes into bowl.
  5. Gently toss oranges with coconut, sugar, salt, and Sherry. Chill, covered, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories260kcal
Protein4.24%
Fat54.88%
Carbs40.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.89
Glycemic Load
2.42
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.717826246891%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Hesperetin
30.64mg
Naringenin
9.96mg
Luteolin
0.98mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:260.43kcal
13.02%
Fat:16.84g
25.91%
Saturated Fat:14.76g
92.27%
Carbohydrates:28.23g
9.41%
Net Carbohydrates:20.69g
7.52%
Sugar:18.04g
20.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:16.48mg
0.72%
Alcohol:0.58g
100%
Alcohol %:0.37%
100%
Protein:2.93g
5.86%
Vitamin C:84.38mg
102.28%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.58%
Fiber:7.55g
30.18%
Folate:60.56µg
15.14%
Copper:0.27mg
13.55%
Potassium:413.12mg
11.8%
Phosphorus:89.29mg
8.93%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.55%
Magnesium:31.84mg
7.96%
Iron:1.4mg
7.8%
Selenium:5.04µg
7.19%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.01%
Vitamin A:345.8IU
6.92%
Calcium:67.69mg
6.77%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.17%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.87%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.43%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.35%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.19%
Source:Epicurious