Mandarin Orange Salad with Warm Poppy Seed Dressing

Brighten up your table with this delightful Mandarin Orange Salad with Warm Poppy Seed Dressing—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors! Featuring a refreshing mix of crisp salad greens, juicy mandarin orange segments, and the delicate bite of thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated by a luscious, homemade warm poppy seed dressing. The dressing, a harmonious blend of honey, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, is gently heated to enhance its rich, velvety texture and flavor. Toasted slivered almonds add a nutty crunch as the finishing touch, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is ideal for a quick yet elegant side dish or a light lunch. Perfect for occasions ranging from casual meals to festive gatherings, it’s a surefire way to impress guests with fresh, vibrant ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 2 cups Mandarin oranges (peeled and separated into segments)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds
• 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, mandarin orange segments, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix evenly.

Step 2

Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

To prepare the warm poppy seed dressing, combine the honey, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and ground black pepper in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 4

Whisk the ingredients together while gradually drizzling in the olive oil. Continue whisking for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the dressing is warmed through and emulsified. Do not let it boil.

Step 5

Pour the warm dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds on top as a garnish, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1219.5

Total Fat 79.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 814.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 99.7g
Protein 16.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.8mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1696.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 39.2%