- 2 large oranges, or 3 smaller ones
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- Salt to taste
I am almost embarrassed to write this out
as a recipe because it is so simple. Because
of it's popularity, however, I thought I
should grant it the dignity of a recipe
proper. First peel the oranges. Cut them
across the equator, into slices. Then stack
the slices and chop them into pieces. Peel
and mince the onion, storing any leftovers
in the fridge. Do not use more than 1/4 cup
of onion, this ratio is carefully taste
tested. Combine the onion and chopped
oranges in a bowl. Add salt to taste. A few
shakes is usually sufficient. The salt
marinates in with the orange and onion
turning this into a real salad recipe,
instead of just a weird fruit combination.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill
until serving time. It is good with grain
dishes and casseroles. When you are looking
for a cool, zingy salad to remind you of
summertime, this is the one for you. It is
almost crude, until you taste it, and then
it is inspired. Children do not like it
much. Adults love it.
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