How to Cut an Orange (Perfect for Salads!)

Here’s exactly how to quarter a skinless and peeled orange (called Supremes). They’re perfect for salads and side dishes!

Wondering how to slice an orange but not sure what the best way is? It’s easy to cut wedges and rings. But what about the salad sections? Although you can easily segment it with your hands, this results in sections with a tough, hard-to-chew pith. Fear not: there is an ingenious French method that will do the trick. here is how highest an orange: that is, cut it into pieces with no skin or skin! They are perfect for garnishes and salads. Here’s how!

Related: Knife Skills 101: How to Cut Basic Fruits and Vegetables

How to cut an orange step by step

Step 1: Cut off the ends.

Using a large chef’s knife, cut off both ends of the orange. Make sure you cut out all of the pulp and you can see some of the orange flesh.

Step 2: Cut off the skin.

Tilt your knife and follow the round shape of the orange to remove the skin. Be careful not to cut the flesh of the orange too much.

Step 3: Cut a segment (inside the lines of the membrane).

This is where it gets a little tricky: cut into each membrane line to remove a segment. You don’t want to cut directly on the membrane, just inside it. Make both cuts at an angle and the segment comes out right away.

Step 4: Repeat for all segments!

Continue cutting within each membrane line to remove portions of the orange. And that’s it: beautiful orange slices without calluses!

Best chef knives and cutting boards

A good knife can greatly improve your time in the kitchen and last for years. Alex and I have had our chef’s knives for over 10 years and they still work great! Here are some of the knives we recommend, non-slip cutting boards, and the best knife sharpeners. These recommendations are perfect for outfitting your own kitchen, or great gifts for a wedding registry or someone who loves to cook!

Looking for orange recipes?

Now that you know how to cut an orange, here are some recipes where you can try!