Spanish Cheeses With Blood Orange Salad

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Spanish Cheeses With Blood Orange Salad recipe for a refreshing lunch

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

535

Sugar

18g

Fat

48g

The Spanish Cheeses With Blood Orange Salad is a unique and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch on a warm day. The combination of sweet, tangy blood oranges, salty Spanish cheese, and the aromatic mint are a perfect match for a refreshing meal. This salad is quick and easy to prepare and will impress guests with the beautiful presentation. Spanish cheeses are a diverse range of cheeses made in Spain, which vary from region to region. When combined with blood oranges in this salad recipe, it creates a unique and delicious flavor. The contrast of the salty flavor of cheese against the sweetness of the oranges is one of the star attractions of this dish.

Instructions

1.	Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallot and cook until soft, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
2.	Cut the top and bottom off each orange, then use a knife to remove the rest of the skin and pith. Slice the oranges horizontally into rounds and remove any seeds.
3.	Shingle the orange slices in a single layer on a large serving platter.
4.	Drizzle the shallot vinaigrette over the oranges. Top with Spanish cheese of your choice.
5.	Finish with a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves over the top.
6.	Serve room temperature or chilled.

PROS

The combination of fresh blood oranges, salty Spanish cheese, and the aromatic mint are a perfect match for a refreshing meal.

This salad is quick and easy to prepare and will impress guests with the beautiful presentation.

CONS

Spanish cheeses can be difficult to find at a grocery store in some regions.

Blood oranges can be a bit more expensive than other citrus fruits.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Blood oranges are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which are essential for overall health.
Spanish cheeses are a great source of protein and calcium. However, they can be high in fat and sodium, so moderation is recommended.

	1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
	1 large shallot , minced
	kosher salt
	fresh ground black pepper
	6 blood oranges
	12 -18 fresh mint leaves
	1 1/2 lbs spanish cheese , of 3 varieties