Orange Salad with Arugula and Oil-Cured Olives

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Orange Salad with Arugula and Oil-Cured Olives
45 min.
10
109kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than this delightful Orange Salad with Arugula and Oil-Cured Olives! This salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its bright colors, but it also offers a burst of citrusy goodness that will awaken your taste buds.

Imagine the peppery notes of fresh arugula mingling with the sweet and tangy slices of juicy oranges, all brought together by a zesty dressing made from fresh lemon juice and Dijon mustard. The addition of oil-cured black olives adds a savory depth, while the finely chopped mint leaves provide a refreshing twist that elevates the entire dish.

This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're serving it as a side dish at a family gathering, an antipasti platter for a casual get-together, or a light starter before a hearty meal. Plus, it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a versatile choice for guests with various dietary preferences.

With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can create a stunning salad that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal option for entertaining. Each serving is only 109 calories, allowing you to indulge guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious and healthy Orange Salad!

Ingredients

  • ounce arugula 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 30  oil-cured olives black
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  •  oranges peeled thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup shallots thinly sliced
  • teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. To prepare dressing, combine first 7 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add oil, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  2. To prepare salad, combine arugula and three-fourths of dressing in a large bowl; toss gently to coat. Arrange about 1/2 cup arugula mixture on each of 10 salad plates; arrange orange slices evenly over salads.
  3. Drizzle remaining one-fourth of dressing evenly over salads; top each salad with 3 olives.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and additional black pepper, if desired.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories109kcal
Protein4.8%
Fat57.42%
Carbs37.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.86
Glycemic Load
3.32
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.8413044369739%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.61mg
Hesperetin
18.83mg
Naringenin
10.12mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.32mg
Isorhamnetin
0.61mg
Kaempferol
5.03mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:109.4kcal
5.47%
Fat:7.48g
11.5%
Saturated Fat:1.02g
6.37%
Carbohydrates:11.07g
3.69%
Net Carbohydrates:8.47g
3.08%
Sugar:7.67g
8.52%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:377.87mg
16.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.41g
2.81%
Vitamin C:40.29mg
48.83%
Vitamin K:18.99µg
18.08%
Vitamin A:574.91IU
11.5%
Fiber:2.59g
10.38%
Folate:38.88µg
9.72%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.53%
Potassium:216.14mg
6.18%
Calcium:61.74mg
6.17%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.26%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.98%
Magnesium:17.88mg
4.47%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.27%
Copper:0.07mg
3.35%
Iron:0.53mg
2.95%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.66%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.66%
Phosphorus:24.09mg
2.41%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.5%
Selenium:0.92µg
1.32%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes