Romaine Salad with Orange & Radish

Inspired by a traditional Moroccan salad, which consists of oranges and radishes, this version adds romaine lettuce and a classic vinaigrette. Fresh orange juice adds acidity and brightness to the vinaigrette. Pomegranate seeds bring color and crunch. This recipe is perfect for a Kwanzaa celebration; read more in "Why the Karamu Feast Is My Favorite Part of Kwanzaa—and a Simple Menu to Celebrate".

Romaine Salad with Orange & Radish
Photo: Andrea Mathis
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 small heads romaine lettuce, washed and torn into bite-size pieces

  • 3 large navel oranges, divided

  • 1 bunch radishes

  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 ½ tablespoons red-wine vinegar

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils (seeds)

Directions

  1. Place romaine in a large salad bowl. Suprême 2 oranges: Cut a thin slice off the top and bottom of the fruit with a large sharp knife. Place on a cutting board. Remove the peel and white pith below, following the curve of the fruit as you go. Working over a bowl, switch to a small sharp knife and cut each segment from the surrounding membranes. Add the orange segments to the salad bowl. Wash radishes; set aside 3 or 4 larger radishes. Slice the remaining radishes into rounds and add to the salad bowl.

  2. Cut the remaining orange in half and squeeze its juice into a small bowl. Add oil, vinegar, salt and pepper; whisk until combined. Grate the reserved radishes over the salad and add pomegranate arils. Top with the dressing and toss to coat well.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, December 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

194 Calories
13g Fat
20g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 2 cups
Calories 194
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 7g 25%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 4g 8%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Vitamin A 18384IU 368%
Sodium 122mg 5%
Potassium 747mg 16%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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