Citrus Salad with Fried Rosemary and Olives

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Citrus Salad with Fried Rosemary and Olives
45 min.
8
213kcal

Suggestions


Brighten up your dining table with this refreshing Citrus Salad featuring the delightful flavors of blood oranges and Cara Cara oranges. Bursting with color and health benefits, this salad is not just a treat for the eyes; it's also rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making it the perfect choice for those looking for a nutritious and invigorating side dish.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the crispy fried rosemary and flavorful oil-cured black olives, adding an extraordinary twist to the sweetness of the citrus. The fragrant rosemary introduces a delightful crunch, while the olives offer a savory contrast that elevates the entire dish. Each vibrant orange slice is enhanced by a drizzle of high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and a light seasoning of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring every bite is balanced and delicious.

This salad is not only vegetarian and vegan but also meets gluten-free and low FODMAP dietary needs, making it accessible to everyone at your gathering. Quick to prepare, you can make it ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your friends and family. Serve this Citrus Salad as an elegant starter, refreshing snack, or stunning antipasti and watch as it becomes the star of the meal. Indulge in a burst of flavor and showcase the lovely essence of simple, wholesome ingredients!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  •  blood oranges 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 10  olives black pitted
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  •  rosemary 
  • servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • knife

Directions

  1. Pour vegetable oil into a small heavysaucepan to a depth of 1". Prop deep-frythermometer in oil so bulb is submerged;heat oil over medium heat to 350°F.
  2. Addfour 3" rosemary sprigs to oil and fryuntil crisp and bright green, 10-15 seconds.
  3. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate;season lightly with kosher salt.
  4. Add10 pitted oil-cured black olives to oil;fry until bubbling stops, about 4 minutes.
  5. Place on plate with rosemary. Strip rosemaryleaves from sprigs; mince. Chop olives. Using a small, sharp knife, cut peeland white pith from 6 blood oranges and6 Cara Cara oranges.
  6. Cut crosswise into1/2" rounds; arrange on a platter. DO AHEAD:Oranges, rosemary, and olives can beprepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chillorange slices. Separately store rosemaryand olives airtight at room temperature.
  7. Season oranges lightly with salt andfreshly ground black pepper; drizzle with2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.
  8. Sprinklechopped rosemary and olives over oranges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories213kcal
Protein1.94%
Fat74.58%
Carbs23.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.38
Glycemic Load
4.33
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.5417391450509%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
29.43mg
Naringenin
16.55mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.13kcal
10.66%
Fat:18.41g
28.32%
Saturated Fat:2.74g
17.13%
Carbohydrates:13.03g
4.34%
Net Carbohydrates:10.23g
3.72%
Sugar:10.13g
11.25%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:271.9mg
11.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.08g
2.16%
Vitamin C:57.49mg
69.68%
Vitamin K:28.09µg
26.75%
Vitamin E:2.04mg
13.57%
Fiber:2.8g
11.21%
Folate:32.72µg
8.18%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.36%
Potassium:199.46mg
5.7%
Vitamin A:264.76IU
5.3%
Calcium:47.04mg
4.7%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.38%
Magnesium:11.64mg
2.91%
Copper:0.06mg
2.82%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.73%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.58%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.06%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.59%
Phosphorus:15.51mg
1.55%
Source:Epicurious