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Red Chard, Avocado, and Blood Orange with Mango-Chutney Dressing

This vibrant red chard and blood orange salad is a stunning example of how simple, plant-based ingredients can create a sophisticated starter or light lunch. The earthy depth of the steamed chard provides a robust base for the buttery avocado and the sharp, citrusy notes of the blood orange segments. It is a dish that celebrates contrasting textures, from the tender greens to the satisfying crunch of toasted slivered almonds.

As a nutritious vegan option, this recipe is perfect for seasonal entertaining when blood oranges are at their peak. The clever mango chutney dressing adds a sweet and tangy glaze that ties the savoury and fruity elements together beautifully. Serve these individual wreaths as an elegant opening course for a dinner party or as a refreshing, nutrient-dense midday meal.

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Ingredients for Red Chard, Avocado, and Blood Orange with Mango-Chutney Dressing

  • 3 bunches red chard, stems and spines discarded

  • Kosher or other salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cut into bite-\xadsized pieces

  • 1 large blood orange, zested and sectioned

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon brown rice or other vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons mango or other store-\xadbought chutney

  • 1 handful slivered almonds, toasted

How to make Red Chard, Avocado, and Blood Orange with Mango-Chutney Dressing

Steam or boil the chard leaves for 3 to 4 minutes, then plunge them into cold water. Gently squeeze as much moisture as possible from the chard. You should end up with a ball a little bigger than a baseball. Chop the chard on a cutting board, salt and pepper liberally, and divide into 4 equal portions. Make a small chard wreath on each of 4 plates and fill the middle with avocado pieces and orange sections, artfully arranged however you like.

Put the olive oil, vinegar, chutney, and salt and pepper to taste into a jar and shake vigorously. Carefully drizzle everything with the dressing, using a light hand, then scatter the almonds and grated orange zest over them. Give each plate a final flick of salt and pepper.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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