Moroccan Orange & Olive Salad
About This Course
Experience a vibrant Moroccan-inspired salad that balances sweet citrus with briny olives and aromatic spices. Segments of juicy blood oranges and navel oranges mingle with tender red onions, green olives, and fresh cilantro, all drizzled with a cumin–harissa vinaigrette. This bright, zesty salad is perfect as a refreshing starter or a side dish to grilled meats.
Learning Objectives
How to segment oranges for a clean, pith-free presentation
Techniques for balancing sweet citrus with salty olives and spicy harissa
Crafting a cumin-infused vinaigrette and emulsifying dressings
Proper knife skills for uniform onion slicing and olive prep
Material Includes
- Printable Recipe Card: Detailed ingredient list with metric & imperial measures
- Step-by-Step Photos: Citrus segmenting and plating techniques
- Shopping Guide: Recommended olive varieties and spice sources
- Troubleshooting FAQ: Tips for avoiding bitter pith and over-spicy dressings
Requirements
- 3–4 large blood oranges or navel oranges, peeled, thinly sliced (remove as much pith as possible)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 50 g (1¾ oz) black or green olives (e.g., Niçoise or Castelvetrano), pitted and halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds or chopped pistachios (optional)
- Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon orange blossom water (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Target Audience
- Home cooks seeking to explore Moroccan flavors
- Salad enthusiasts looking for refreshing citrus-based options
- Entertainers wanting an eye-catching, make-ahead dish
- Health-conscious eaters in search of gluten- and dairy-free recipes
Curriculum
6 Lessons1h 35m