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    Home » Recipe Round-Up

    Orange is the New Green

    Date: April 25, 2020 | 4:08 am, Connie Edwards McGaughy - No Comments This post may contain affiliate links. See AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE below.

    14 Favorite Vegan Recipes Made with Oranges

    Orange is the New Green 🍊A collection of 14 favorite vegan recipes celebrating the gorgeous goodness of fresh ripe oranges!

    We love having citrus trees in our yard. My husband John and I use lemons and limes almost daily and it's just so nice being able to pick them fresh off the branch. This year, one of our trees gifted us with the most beautiful abundance of juicy sweet oranges.

    I was inspired to create or find new recipes centered around this amazing fruit. My goal was to celebrate the fabulous flavor of fresh oranges & the healthful immunity-boosting nutrients in our meals!

    fresh citrus

    What are the benefits of eating oranges?

    I know that oranges are a wonderful source of vitamin C, but I was curious about their other nutritional qualities. No surprise here - not only are they delicious, they're super nutritious! According to this article, in addition to vitamin C, oranges are high in fiber, as well as:

    • Thiamine
    • Folate
    • Potassium
    • Antioxidants

    Another article I read discussed many of the health benefits of eating oranges, including:

    • Healthy immune system
    • Prevents skin damage
    • Keeps blood pressure under check
    • Lowers cholesterol
    • Controls blood sugar level
    • Lowers the risk of cancer
    • Alkalizes the body
    • Good eye health

    It was an adventure exploring so many new ways to enjoy oranges. I made a variety of savory, sweet, and sour orange-infused dishes. Entrees, appetizers, sides dishes, dressings, desserts, beverages . . . even butter!

    • orange sauce ingredients
    • fresh oranges and maple syrup

    I began my orange odyssey by making a variety of citrusy vinegars & extracts.

    • citrus infused vinegars and extracts
    • purple brussels sprouts spilling from a colander

    By adding fresh orange, tangerine, lemon and lime peels into bottles filled with white vinegar or vodka (for extracts of course!) I ended up with the most colorful & flavorful citrus-infused ingredients to use in my cooking and baking.

    I decided to ask a few other vegan food & recipe bloggers about their favorite orange & citrus-centric recipes. Wait till you see their mouth-watering creations! Each recipe offers its own unique orange 'twist', by showcasing the fresh flavor and vibrant colors of this beloved citrus fruit. They're so inspiring, I don't think I could pick a favorite . . . I love them all!

    Happy cooking! May you find each of these orange-inspired vegan recipes as exciting as I do!🍊

    Tofu Orange Veggie Skillet

    tofu orange veggie skillet
    Tofu Orange Veggie Skillet 🥕Savory, pan-seared tofu with vibrant veggies, chickpeas and citrusy slices of bright, fresh orange make this a super nutrish & delish dish!
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    Orange Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    roasted purple brussels sprouts with orange sauce
    Orange Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts🌱 Beautifully roasted and tossed in a deliciously sweet, sour & savory orange sauce. Brussels sprouts have never tasted or looked so good!
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    Simple Cranberry Orange Sauce

    cranberry orange sauce in a glass bowl and tangerine
    Simple Cranberry Orange Sauce 🍊 This easy vegan cranberry sauce recipe will be a welcomed addition to your Thanksgiving or holiday table. A delicious combo of whole cranberries and fresh orange sweetened with maple syrup and a hint of spice. How nice!
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    Vegan Orange Cranberry Bread

    vegan orange cranberry bread
    Vegan Orange Cranberry Bread 🍊Awaken your senses with the inviting aroma and flavors of fresh orange & cranberries in this delicious, easy to make bread.
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    Citrus Iced Tea Cubes

    Citrus Iced Tea Cubes
    Citrus Iced Tea Cubes 🍊Filled with fresh orange juice, tea, ginger, lemon, mint, and turmeric, these colorful citrus-centric ice cubes are bursting with flavor, immunity boosting vitamin C, antioxidants and plant-based goodness!
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    Gluten-free Vegan Orange Cookies

    These Gluten-Free Vegan Orange Cookies are soft and chewy, slightly fluffy and perfectly citrusy! They’re covered in a rich, creamy orange buttercream frosting too! Also refined sugar free. This delightfully delectable recipe courtesy of Rhian's Recipes.
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    Christine's Citrus Carpaccio

    very vegan citrus carpaccio
    Christine's Citrus Carpaccio 🌱An elevated & elegant vegan version of a classic Mediterranean starter. 100 % vegan and 100 % delish!
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    Blood Orange Margaritas

    Blood Orange Margaritas ~ made with fresh-squeezed citrus, agave nectar & your favorite tequila. So simple & refreshing! This thirst quenching recipe courtesy of Melissa at Vegan Huggs
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    Dreamy Tangerine Chia Pudding

    Start your day with this Dreamy Tangerine Chia Pudding, the perfect breakfast bowl! It's simple, delicious and healthy. This scrumptious recipe courtesy of Vegan Yack Attack
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    Radicchio, Carrot and Blood Orange Salad

    Radicchio, Carrot and Blood Orange Salad - This colorful and mouthwatering recipe courtesy of The Circus Gardener's Kitchen.
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    Vegan Coconut Orange Curd

    began orange curd in jars with orange slice
    Vegan Coconut Orange Curd 🍊A lightly sweet, citrusy, creamy spread to enjoy on freshly baked scones, biscuits and quick breads, or whatever you like!
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    Quinoa Salad with Orange, Cranberry & Mint

    Healthy and delicious, this flavorful Quinoa Salad is made with orange, cranberry, chickpeas, mint & parsley, and is so easy to make! This gorgeous recipe courtesy of The Simple Veganista.
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    Orange Mango Smoothie

    This orange mango smoothie is sweet, creamy and has a secret anti-inflammatory ingredient – turmeric! This smoothie is vegan, has no added sugar and is high in protein. This delish & nutrish recipe courtesy of Running on Real Food.
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    Sticky Orange Olive Oil Baked Donuts

    Light and fluffy vegan donuts with the winning combo of orange and olive oil to flavour them! This yummy recipe courtesy of A Virtual Vegan.
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    Orange you glad you saw these recipes?! 🍊

    Do you have a favorite orange or citrus-centric vegan recipe? I'd love to hear about it! Leave your comments below. Thanks a bunch! 🥕

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