Ingredients and Weight:
- Orange juice - 500 ml
- Gelatin powder - 20 g
- Sugar - 50 g
- Fresh fruit salad mix (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, grapes) - 200 g
- Feta cheese - 100 g
- Poppy seeds or chia seeds - 1 tbsp (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring orange juice to a boil and add sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and add gelatin powder. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and let it cool in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes or until set.
- In a bowl, combine the fresh fruit salad mix and feta cheese.
- When the gelatin is set, cut it into cubes and mix with the fruit salad.
- Garnish with poppy or chia seeds (if using).
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 250 kcal
Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Protein: 8 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 25 g (includes natural sugar from oranges and added sugar)
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and light salad with a gelatinous texture.
- Combines the flavors of citrus fruits with the creaminess of feta cheese.
- Great for summer or as a light meal with drinks.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of citrus and feta! This is a refreshing change from traditional salads."
- "The gelatin gives it a unique texture that I really enjoy."
- "A great dish for a hot summer day, very light and refreshing."
- "I added more fresh fruits like kiwifruit and mango for extra flavor."
- "I made half the recipe for fewer people and it was perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
- You can experiment with different types of cheese if you don't like feta.
- To make it vegetarian, you can skip the feta cheese or use a vegetarian-friendly cheese alternative.
