Salad with orange dressing

3 servings

40 minutes

Salad with orange dressing is a bright and fresh dish of Mexican cuisine filled with contrasts of flavors. The combination of tender roasted chicken, the sweetness of orange, and the tanginess of pickled onions creates harmony, while cherry tomatoes add juiciness to the salad. The aromatic sauce made from orange juice, olive oil, and basil makes the taste rich and spicy. This salad not only delights gastronomically but also has aesthetic appeal due to its vibrant colors. It is perfect as a standalone dish for a light dinner or as an original side dish. Especially good in warm weather when you crave something fresh and unusual. Such a salad can be an excellent choice for a festive table or friendly gatherings, surprising guests with its refined yet simple combination of ingredients.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 295.7
• Proteins: 6.9g
• Fats: 24.8g
• Carbohydrates: 12g

Ingredients

• Chicken: 100 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Cherry tomatoes: 8 pc
• Basil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Apple cider vinegar: 6 tbsp
• Oranges: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Cut the chicken into small pieces and bake it in foil with spices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 100 g

2. Cut half of the orange into random pieces and squeeze the other half into a plate. Also add olive oil, basil, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 1 piece
   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Basil:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Slice the onion into half rings and marinate in vinegar for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Apple cider vinegar: 6 tablespoons

4. Cut the cherries in half. Mix all the ingredients and dress with orange sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cherry tomatoes: 8 pieces