Mandarin Orange Salad Recipe
Orange salad is a simple and refreshing side dish that is made with oranges as the main ingredient. It is often made with a mix of vegetables and a dressing made from oil, vinegar, and seasonings. Oranges are a type of citrus fruit that are native to Southeast Asia and are known for their sweet and tart flavor. They are a good source of vitamin C, dietary fiber, and other nutrients, and they are also low in calories.
Orange salad is easy to make and can be customized to suit your tastes. It can be served cold or at room temperature and is often best when allowed to sit for a while in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld. It is a great option for vegetarians and vegans, and it can also be a healthy and satisfying option for meat-eaters looking to add more fruit to their diet.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1 to 2 mandarin oranges
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup sliced almonds (can use walnuts or pecans as well)
- ¼ cup orange juice concentrate (don't add water)
- ½ teaspoon orange zest
- ¼ cup olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vinegar
- ½ Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon poppyseeds
- ¼ teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS
- In a large bowl, toss the spinach, mandarin oranges, cranberries, and almonds until combined.
- In a mason jar, add the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Shake until well combined. Add the poppyseeds and shake just before serving.
- In a mason jar, add the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Shake until well combined. Add the poppyseeds and shake just before serving.
This recipe is easy to customize. Can toss the salad with veggies like Sliced green onions, Sliced mushrooms, Sliced avocado, Diced tomatoes.
