Best 2 Onion Olive And Orange Salad Recipes

Discover the vibrant flavors of "Onion Olive and Orange Salad," a dish that blends the sweetness of oranges with the pungency of onions and the richness of olives. This refreshing salad offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or as a light lunch or dinner. With its zesty dressing and colorful ingredients, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE, RED ONION, AND BLACK OLIVE SALAD

Orange, Red Onion, and Black Olive Salad image

I love the combination of flavors of the beautiful simple salad. This is a recipe from Mary Englbreit's Home Companion magazine about 5 years ago. It is a great compliment to roasted fowl or pork. Everything can be prepared before hand and put together up to 2 hours before serving and refrigerated. I took this to a work Thanksgiving potluck once and it got a great response. I lost the recipe shortly afterwards only to find it recently. I will be making it again.

Provided by SueChef

Categories Citrus

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cup kalamata olives or 1 cup nicoise olive, pitted
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
5 large navel oranges, peeled & sliced crosswise in 1/4-inch pieces
coarse ground salt & pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

Steps:

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, and orange zest in a small bowl until well combined. Add olives set aside for at least one hour.
To take some of the bite out of the onions drop the slices in boiling water for about 4 minutes. Drain and refresh in ice water, and drain well again. OR my best result is to prepare the dressing, add olives and onions and marinate for at least four hours or overnight.
Layer oranges and onions on a serving plate. Drizzle layers with olives and dressing. Top with a little sprinkle of salt, a few grindings of fresh pepper, and the rosemary.
Preparation time does not include marinating time.

ONION, OLIVE AND ORANGE SALAD

Onion, Olive and Orange Salad image

Looking for something different? This is a very pretty salad, delicious too! From Food and Drink Magazine.

Provided by Leslie

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce, separated into leaves
1 cup red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
1 cup black olives
2 oranges
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley

Steps:

Spread romaine leaves on a platter. Scatter red onions and olives over top. Remove skin and white pith from oranges and slice into sections. Place over onions.
Whisk together lemon juice, sugar, cumin, paprika and olive oil.
Drizzle over salad. Garnish with parsley.

Tips:

Select the right oranges: Choose oranges that are heavy for their size, with smooth, brightly colored skin. Avoid oranges with blemishes or soft spots.
Slice the oranges thinly: This will help them absorb the flavors of the dressing more easily.
Use a sharp knife to slice the onions: This will help prevent them from tearing and becoming bitter.
Soak the onions in cold water for 10 minutes: This will help remove some of their sharpness.
Use a good quality olive oil: The olive oil is one of the main flavors in this salad, so it's important to use a good quality oil that you enjoy the taste of.
Don't skimp on the herbs: The herbs add a lot of flavor to the salad, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount.
Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.

Conclusion:

This onion, olive, and orange salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try!