Romaine Salad with Oranges and Pine Nuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Romaine Salad with Oranges and Pine Nuts
45 min.
8
81kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing salad that embodies the essence of summer? Look no further than this delightful Romaine Salad with Oranges and Pine Nuts! Bursting with flavor and texture, this dish perfectly balances the crispness of romaine lettuce with the sweet, citrusy zing of juicy navel oranges. Each bite is elevated by the rich, toasted taste of pine nuts, adding a satisfying crunch that makes this salad truly irresistible.

What’s more, this recipe is designed to cater to various dietary preferences—it's vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a fantastic choice for gatherings and events where you want to please all palates. Thoughtfully crafted with a harmonious blend of fresh basil, garlic, and a hint of honey, the dressing ties everything together beautifully, ensuring each ingredient shines in its own right.

Perfect as a side dish, an antipasti starter, or simply as a refreshing snack, this salad is quick and easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. With only 81 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free addition to your meal rotation. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking to brighten up your dinner plate, this Romaine Salad with Oranges and Pine Nuts is sure to impress and satisfy!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  • small garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  •  navel oranges peeled halved sliced
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 0.5 cup onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 10 ounce prewashed romaine lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Combine vinegar and the next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  3. Drizzle over lettuce mixture; toss to coat.
  4. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories81kcal
Protein6.93%
Fat49.81%
Carbs43.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.41
Glycemic Load
1.38
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.128260900145%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.65mg
Naringenin
2.48mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:80.97kcal
4.05%
Fat:4.81g
7.4%
Saturated Fat:0.36g
2.26%
Carbohydrates:9.4g
3.13%
Net Carbohydrates:7.52g
2.74%
Sugar:6.13g
6.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:77mg
3.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.51g
3.01%
Vitamin A:3214.37IU
64.29%
Vitamin K:43.11µg
41.05%
Vitamin C:23.17mg
28.08%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.85%
Folate:64.01µg
16%
Fiber:1.88g
7.52%
Potassium:193.54mg
5.53%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.38%
Magnesium:21.36mg
5.34%
Copper:0.1mg
4.83%
Phosphorus:47.49mg
4.75%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.69%
Iron:0.72mg
3.98%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.82%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.29%
Calcium:32.54mg
3.25%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.78%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.35%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.74%
Source:My Recipes