Mandarin Orange Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Mandarin Orange Salad is the perfect addition to any meal. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, enjoying a light lunch, or looking for a refreshing side dish, this salad stands out with its colorful presentation and zesty homemade dressing. The delightful combination of mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and crunchy almonds creates an irresistible medley of flavors and textures. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy recipe that promises to impress your guests and brighten up your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
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- 1 bag spring mix (or spinach)
- 1 can mandarin oranges
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (like apple cider)
- Zest from ½ an orange
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spring mix, drained mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the frozen orange juice concentrate, orange zest, olive oil, granulated sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, poppy seeds, and Kosher salt until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://goldenrecipetime.com/mandarin-orange-salad/