Knock Your Socks Off Mandarin Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, the Knock Your Socks Off Mandarin Salad is a show-stopping addition to any table. This refreshing salad combines crisp mixed greens with juicy mandarin orange segments, toasted sliced almonds, and crunchy cucumber, all accented by the subtle bite of red onion and optional creamy crumbled feta. The real highlight, however, is the zippy homemade lemon-honey vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and garlic for a tangy-sweet kick you won’t forget. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light lunch, dinner side, or holiday dish. Packed with textures, colors, and flavors, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will truly knock your socks off!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
- 3 whole mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 medium crisp cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, mandarin orange segments, toasted sliced almonds, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion.
Step 2
If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top for added flavor and creaminess.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Shake or whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.
Step 4
Pour the dressing evenly over the salad just before serving.
Step 5
Toss the salad gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 6
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (917.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1457.2 |
| Total Fat 116.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 106.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2717.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.0g | |
| Protein 38.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1023.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1962.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories