This dessert is delicious any time of day, including breakfast. The quality of oranges, the combination of textures, and contrasting colors are what makes this dish so appealing.
Ingredients
Fresh seedless oranges, the Jaffa varietal would be ideal
Pomegranate seeds
Fresh mint
Shredded coconut
Sliced dates
Optional seasoning: orange-flower water or pomegranate syrup
Optional: Halloumi cheese
Instructions
Carefully peel the fruit, removing any pith and slice the oranges horizontally. Gently toss with pomegranate seeds, mint, coconut and dates. Sprinkle with orange-flower water or pomegranate syrup, if desired.
This sweet combination is also delicious served with seared halloumi cheese. When cooked, halloumi’s saltiness mellows into a savory bite with a slightly creamy texture.
Instructions: Slice the cheese into quarter-inch thick pieces, and sear on both sides in a non-stick pan. Garnish with the oranges, diced and combined with the other salad ingredients.