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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Side Dishes » Chuyaco (colombian Orange Salad)

    Chuyaco (Colombian Orange Salad)

    May 21, 2014 · Modified: Apr 17, 2023 by Erica Dinho · 7 Comments

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    Chuyaco is a traditional Colombian salad made with orange and scallions. This salad is refreshing and simple.

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    If you're looking for salad recipe for Memorial Day weekend, try Chuyaco, a traditional orange salad from the department of El Valle del Cauca in Colombia. This orange salad is a perfect appetizer to start your meal, or a side dish for grilled meats and seafood. Eat it as is or with a light meal, either way, it' s satisfying and tasty!

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    What is Chuyaco?

    It is a salad very easy to make, absolutely delicious and healthy. Fresh oranges mixed with a dressing made of orange juice, panela, scallions and chili pepper. It's fresh, sweet and tangy with a little kick from the hot pepper.

    This Colombian Style Orange Salad is a wonderful addition to any picnic or barbecue table.

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    Chuyaco Recipe (Colombian Orange Salad)

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 279 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 12 oranges peeled
    • 3 tablespoons of grated panela or brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons of water
    • 2 cups orange juice
    • ½ cup chopped scallions green part only
    • ¼ teaspoon hot pepper chopped (habanero or bonnet)
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Remove the white parts from the oranges. Slice the oranges crosswise into rounds ¼-inch thick or cut along both sides of each membrane with a paring knife to remove the segments, allowing them to drop into the bowl. Discard any seeds. Place in a serving bowl.
    • In a medium l bowl, combine the water with brown sugar or panela mix well until the sugar dissolves. Add the orange juice, scallions, hot pepper, salt and pepper.
    • Add the dressing to the oranges mix well and place in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving. Serve cold.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 279kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 1006mgFiber: 10gSugar: 56gVitamin A: 1257IUVitamin C: 273mgCalcium: 188mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Colombian Food, Colombian Salad
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    I hope you all have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! If you are serving this recipe and want some ideas of main dishes that I like to serve with it, Here are some of my favorite main dishes.

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    Beef Skewers (Chuzos de Res)

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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Comments

    1. Angie@Angie's Recipes

      May 21, 2014 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      Simple and very tasty!

      Reply
    2. ela@GrayApron

      May 22, 2014 at 2:28 am

      5 stars
      How exotic and delicious is that! Never thought about putting oranges and green onions together. I feel so fresh just looking at it!

      ela h.
      Gray Apron

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    3. Chica Andaluza

      May 22, 2014 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous! We eat a lot of orange salads in Andalucia and make a similar one which also uses chopped mint.

      Reply
    4. Velva

      May 23, 2014 at 10:34 am

      5 stars
      I enjoy a good citrus salad….Love it.

      Velva

      Reply
    5. Evelyne@cheapethniceatz

      May 23, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      Looks incredibly summery and refreshing. Have a great long weekend!

      Reply
    6. grace

      May 27, 2014 at 7:38 am

      5 stars
      your oranges are perfectly sliced, and i'm loving the elegant simplicity of this dish!

      Reply
    7. Platanos Mangoes and Me

      May 28, 2014 at 12:48 pm

      5 stars
      So refreshing.

      Reply

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