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Mandarin Almond Salad

Mandarin Almond Salad

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Indulge in the delightful freshness of this Mandarin Almond Salad, a vibrant dish that seamlessly combines crisp romaine lettuce with sweet mandarin oranges and crunchy almonds. Perfect for any occasion—be it a light lunch or a colorful side at dinner—this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious choice. Bursting with flavor and easy to customize, it’s ideal for health-conscious eaters looking to enjoy something both satisfying and refreshing.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 head romaine lettuce (approximately 8 cups)
  • 2 cups mandarin oranges (approximately 2 cans with juice)
  • 1 1/4 cups sliced almonds
  • 3/4 cup green onions (diced)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/8 cup mandarin orange juice
  • 1/8 cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Cut the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, rinse, and dry.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, and chopped green onions.
  3. For the vinaigrette, mix olive oil, mandarin orange juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground ginger in a mason jar and shake well.
  4. Pour some vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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