Orange Salad (Moroccan Style)
Serves 6
10 mins prep
10 mins total
This Moroccan style orange salad with a citrus dressing is so refreshing and satisfying. Beautiful and fragrant, with contrasting flavors and textures, it is a special taste experience.
Salad
Citrus Dressing
Garnish
Toast the walnuts or almond slices in a single layer on a baking sheet at 400 degrees F for about [timer minutes=7]7 to 8 minutes[/timer] until fragrant and golden brown at the edges. Or toast them in a preheated skillet at medium heat, for about [timer minutes=5]5 minutes[/timer]. Transfer nuts to a plate and allow to cool.
Slice 3 oranges and all the radishes. Keep orange slices in a colander to drain juices.
Squeeze the remaining orange to extract 2 tablespoons of juice for the dressing.
On a serving platter, arrange the spinach leaves, followed by orange slices, radishes and toasted walnuts. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, orange blossom water, honey and salt to taste. Adjust the dressing, adding more honey, lemon juice or salt as per your taste.
Tip: Start with 1 tablespoon orange blossom water and increase as preferred
Drizzle the citrus dressing over the salad and stir lightly. Serve immediately.