Spiced Orange and Clementine Salad
This refreshing and light citrus salad is the perfect way to conclude a meal on a sunny note. The natural sweetness of the oranges and clementines is enhanced by a delicately spiced syrup with notes of vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. The addition of imperial mandarin adds a subtle hint of alcohol that elevates the entire dish.
Ingredients
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Clementines
9 units -
Oranges
6 units -
Vanilla Bean
1 pod -
Ground Nutmeg
2 pinches -
Cinnamon
2 pinches -
Cloves
2 units -
Sugar
180 g -
Imperial Mandarin
8 cl
Preparation
- 1
Using a peeler, remove the zest from two oranges and cut it into fine julienne strips. - 2
Bring 30 cl of water to a boil with the sugar and all the spices. Add the orange zest and boil for 5 minutes. Add the imperial mandarin and boil for an additional minute, then remove from heat. - To finish
Peel the oranges and clementines, then cut them into wedges.
Arrange them in serving dishes and pour the syrup over the top.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
