Arugula and Mint Salad with Oil-Cured Black Olives, Oranges, and Ricotta Salata

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Arugula and Mint Salad with Oil-Cured Black Olives, Oranges, and Ricotta Salata
45 min.
6
227kcal

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Looking for a refreshing, vibrant salad that bursts with flavor and is perfect for any occasion? Look no further than our Arugula and Mint Salad with Oil-Cured Black Olives, Oranges, and Ricotta Salata! This delightful dish serves as a perfect side, antipasti, or even a light starter, making it an excellent choice for your next gathering or simply a nourishing snack at home.

Combining the peppery notes of arugula with the cool, aromatic freshness of mint, this salad creates a beautiful balance of flavors. The addition of sweet, juicy oranges not only brings a delightful contrast but also enhances the overall brightness of the dish. Meanwhile, the rich and savory oil-cured olives elevate the depth of flavor, creating an irresistible medley that will tantalize your taste buds.

Topped with creamy ricotta salata, this salad enjoys a lovely texture that complements the crisp greens and citrus. Drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing, which incorporates fresh lemon and orange juice, your taste experience is only elevated further.

This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with nutrients, making it a nutritious yet indulgent choice. With just a little over 45 minutes of prep time, you can serve a dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Gather your ingredients, and let's dive into a world of flavor with this delightful arugula and mint salad!

Ingredients

  • 10 cups arugula packed
  • cup mint leaves fresh (from 2 bunches)
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup oil-cured olives black pitted thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • teaspoon orange peel finely grated
  • teaspoon orange-flower water 
  • large oranges 
  • cup onion red thinly sliced ()
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 
  • ounce ricotta salata salted dry cut into 1 1/2-inch-long, 1/4-inch-thick slices ( ricotta cheese)
  • tablespoons shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Do ahead Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk before using.
  2. Place onion in large bowl.
  3. Add 1/3 of dressing; toss.
  4. Let marinate 20 minutes.
  5. Cut off peel and pith from oranges.
  6. Cut each orange crosswise into 8 slices.
  7. Add arugula, mint, and olives to bowl with onion; sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss.
  8. Add remaining dressing; toss. Divide salad among 6 plates. Tuck orange slices and ricotta salata slices into salads.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein9.22%
Fat53.55%
Carbs37.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.08
Glycemic Load
6.55
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.563043291154%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.46mg
Hesperetin
35.79mg
Naringenin
19.05mg
Apigenin
0.41mg
Luteolin
1.26mg
Isorhamnetin
2.77mg
Kaempferol
11.96mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
8.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.28kcal
11.36%
Fat:14.28g
21.97%
Saturated Fat:3.51g
21.94%
Carbohydrates:22.35g
7.45%
Net Carbohydrates:17.27g
6.28%
Sugar:14.6g
16.22%
Cholesterol:12.05mg
4.02%
Sodium:208.65mg
9.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.53g
11.07%
Vitamin C:81.48mg
98.77%
Vitamin K:42.31µg
40.3%
Vitamin A:1557.83IU
31.16%
Folate:90.76µg
22.69%
Fiber:5.07g
20.29%
Calcium:184.81mg
18.48%
Vitamin E:2.13mg
14.2%
Potassium:492.31mg
14.07%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.72%
Magnesium:42.6mg
10.65%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.5%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.19%
Phosphorus:89.72mg
8.97%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.53%
Iron:1.32mg
7.32%
Copper:0.14mg
7.13%
Selenium:4.43µg
6.33%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.98%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.47%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.55%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious