Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad
A light and refreshing salad combining crisp greens, juicy oranges, and fragrant mint, enhanced with a delicate orange blossom dressing. This middle eastern-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs (about 120 g) mixed salad greens, (10 g) fresh mint leaves, chopped, orange blossom water into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (about 120 g) mixed salad greens
- 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/4 cup (10 g) fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup (30 g) toasted sliced almonds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp orange blossom water, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until well emulsified to form the dressing.
- Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 2 peeled and segmented medium navel oranges, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves.
- Step 3: Drizzle the prepared orange blossom dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds on top for crunch and serve immediately as a light starter or side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep orange blossom water from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Refreshing Arabic Orange Blossom and Mint Salad?
Middle Eastern salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
