Ottolenghi’s clean and super-tasty salad, also perfect for a Whole 30 or Paleo way of living.
Dressing:
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp orange blossom water
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp fennel seeds, toasted and crushed
5 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Salad:
6 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups arugula
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
3 large Medjool Dates, pitted and sliced lengthwise
4 ounces radishes, sliced paper thin
1/2 medium red onion, sliced thinly into rings
5 oranges (2 pounds), peeled and cut in slices (as seen in the picture)
Start with making the dressing:
Whisk all dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
To assemble:
Mix all salad greens, arugula, radish and red onion slices, dates, and fresh herbs in a bowl. Pour half of the dressing over it and give it a toss.
Place the oranges on top and pour the rest of the dressing over the oranges. Serve.