marinated oranges

Desserts

Marinated Oranges

This flavorful fruit was actually the topping in a cake recipe. But I didn't want all the calories or fat from the cake—and the oranges are a good dessert all by themselves! The dash of vanilla extract brings out the fruit's sweetness.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 medium oranges, peeled and thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
optional: lime zest strips and vanilla yogurt

Directions

Mix the first 6 ingredients, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Place oranges in a glass bowl; add juice mixture.
Refrigerate, covered, until flavors are blended, 2-3 hours. If desired, top with lime zest strips and serve with yogurt.