Insalata di Arance / Orange Salad

Refreshing summer pairing for a meal, light snack, or as part of an aperitif spread.
This recipe is inspired by La Tavernetta da Piero in Ortigia.

Serves 2

Ingredients:

• 2 oranges

• 1/4 of medium red onion

• Red chili flakes

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Flaky Sea salt

• Fresh Oregano

Recipe:

1. Wash oranges, then on a cutting board, cut off the ends of each orange. Lay cut side down to slice off the rind in strips, moving from the bottom and leaving no white peel.

2. Slice orange into ¼-inch rounds. Set peel aside to use if making the olive recipe

3. Take ¼ red onion, and slice paper thin, the easiest way to do this would be with a mandolin if you have one!

4. Arrange orange slices on a large plate, laying them flat, then top with red onion

5. Drizzle on olive oil, and sprinkle on the desired amount of red pepper flakes, fresh oregano leaves, and flaky sea salt. Chill until ready to serve.

Pro Tip: For a heartier salad, add thin slices of avocado and chopped pistachios. For an extra layer of flavor, use the infused oil from the warm olive recipe to dress the oranges :)