Mixed Green and Mandarin Orange Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Mixed Green and Mandarin Orange Salad is a vibrant addition to any meal. A medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy mandarin orange segments, and crunchy toasted almonds is elevated by paper-thin slices of red onion and a tangy homemade lime-honey vinaigrette. Optional crumbles of creamy feta cheese provide a delightful contrast, making this salad both elegant and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect choice for a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or a starter that will impress at dinner parties. Packed with fresh ingredients and simple yet gourmet touches, this salad is a celebration of sweet, savory, and zesty flavors all in one bite.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then add them to a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Drain canned mandarin oranges or peel and segment fresh mandarins, removing any seeds. Add them to the salad bowl.
Step 3
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then sprinkle over the salad.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion into very fine strips and add to the salad bowl.
Step 5
If using, crumble feta cheese over the salad.
Step 6
In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously to emulsify into a smooth vinaigrette.
Step 7
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, then gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy flavors of the salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (670.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1155.6 |
| Total Fat 91.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 53.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1480.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.6g | |
| Protein 27.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 669.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1565.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories