Mâche Salad with Blood Oranges, Pistachios, and Pomegranate

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Mâche Salad with Blood Oranges, Pistachios, and Pomegranate
15 min.
4
175kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your salad game, this Mâche Salad with Blood Oranges, Pistachios, and Pomegranate is a delightful choice that combines vibrant flavors and stunning presentation. Perfect for a light side dish or a refreshing starter, this salad is not only vegetarian, but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an inclusive option for any gathering.

With just 15 minutes of preparation, this elegant dish brings together the earthy, slightly nutty taste of mâche, a delicate leafy green that adds a tender touch. The star ingredients—juicy blood oranges—bring a stunning burst of color and a sweet-tart note that beautifully complements the crunch of toasted pistachios and the juicy, jewel-like pomegranate seeds. The combination offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that dance on your palate.

The dressing, whisked to perfection with the essence of fresh blood orange juice, shallots, and pistachio oil, enhances the salad's vibrant components without overpowering them. This recipe not only highlights seasonal produce but also makes a fantastic addition to festive tables or casual get-togethers. Delight your guests and your taste buds with this refreshing, nutritious, and visually appealing salad that celebrates the beauty of fresh ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon honey 
  • ounce lambs lettuce 
  • tablespoons blood orange juice fresh
  •  blood oranges 
  • tablespoons pistachio oil 
  • 0.3 cup pistachios shelled toasted
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • tablespoon rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk orange juice, vinegar, shallot, and honey in small bowl. Gradually whisk in pistachio oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Using small sharp knife, cut off peel and white pith from oranges. Working over small bowl, cut between membranes to release orange segments. Divide mâche among 4 plates. Divide orange segments, pistachios, and pomegranate seeds among plates.
  3. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories175kcal
Protein5%
Fat68.76%
Carbs26.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.19
Glycemic Load
1.43
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
6.4269565058791%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.61mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.27mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
2.79mg
Naringenin
1.18mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.55kcal
8.73%
Fat:14.21g
21.87%
Saturated Fat:1.94g
12.11%
Carbohydrates:12.2g
4.07%
Net Carbohydrates:10.75g
3.91%
Sugar:8.33g
9.25%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.09mg
0.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.32g
4.65%
Vitamin A:2074.18IU
41.48%
Vitamin C:19.19mg
23.26%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.36%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.35%
Copper:0.15mg
7.61%
Potassium:250.28mg
7.15%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.85%
Fiber:1.45g
5.79%
Phosphorus:57.35mg
5.74%
Iron:1.01mg
5.6%
Magnesium:15.46mg
3.86%
Folate:13.26µg
3.31%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.65%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.43%
Calcium:24.28mg
2.43%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.35%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.59%
Selenium:0.94µg
1.34%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious