Blueberry and Orange Salad With Lavender Meringues

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1

A refreshing and fruity salad with a twist of lavender meringues

Blueberry and Orange Salad With Lavender Meringues

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

24g

Fat

This blueberry and orange salad with lavender meringues recipe is a perfect starter to any meal, especially on a warm day. It's a refreshing combination of sweet, tangy, and floral flavors that delight the senses. The juicy oranges and plump blueberries are loaded with nutrients that support your immune system and overall health. Lavender meringues add a crunchy and fragrant twist to the dish, which will surprise your guests!

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 110C/fan 90C/gas 1/4.
2.	Line a baking sheet with baking parchment.
3.	In a bowl of a food processor, pulse the lavender sprigs to a paper consistency.
4.	Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks.
5.	Add the caster sugar 1 tbsp at a time, whisking until the meringue is thick and glossy.
6.	Fold in the lavender flowers.
7.	Use a tablespoon to evenly space 16 mounds of meringue on the prepared baking sheet.
8.	Bake for 1 hour or until the meringues are firm and dry.
9.	Peel and slice the oranges and arrange them on a platter.
10.	Scatter the blueberries over the oranges.
11.	Crush the lavender meringues over the top of the fruit.

PROS

The blueberries and oranges provide a healthy dose of vitamins, especially vitamin C.

Lavender has a relaxing and calming effect.

CONS

This recipe contains a fair amount of sugar.

The meringues may be a little challenging to make for novice bakers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Blueberries are high in antioxidants, which help to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, which helps the body absorb iron.
Lavender is known to help reduce anxiety and promote restful sleep.

	6 oranges
	l2oz/3 cups blueberries
	8 fresh lavender , sprigs
	2 egg whites
	115 g/ 4oz/1/2 cup caster sugar
	5 ml/ 1 tsp fresh lavender flowers