Recipe

California Raisin and Orange Salad Platter (Ensalada de Naranja Pasa)

Submitted by: Chef Pilar Sanchez

Here's a platter full of good eating and healthy nutrition for the whole family.

Details

Serves:

INGREDIENTS

1 c. California raisins
1 c. white wine vinegar
1 bay leaf
4 large fresh oranges, peeled and sliced
Juice of 1 orange
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
8 fresh mint leaves
1 tbsp. coarsely ground pepper
1 tsp. sea salt

PROCEDURE

Combine raisins, vinegar and bay leaf in small saucepan; heat to boiling over high heat. Remove from heat and let stand until cooled completely. Drain and discard vinegar.

To Serve

Arrange orange slices on serving platter and sprinkle raisins on top. Drizzle with orange juice and olive oil. Tear mint leaves into small pieces and sprinkle over all. Then, sprinkle with ground pepper and sea salt. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories 160(30% from fat); Total Fat 6g (sat 1g, mono 4g, poly 1g); Cholesterol 0mg; Protein 2g; Carbohydrates 28g; Fiber 4g; Iron 1mg; Sodium 290mg; Calcium 49mg