Romaine Mandarin Salad
Brighten up your table with the vibrant and refreshing Romaine Mandarin Salad! This delightful dish features crisp romaine lettuce paired with sweet, juicy mandarin oranges for a burst of citrusy flavor. Toasted sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch, while thinly sliced green onions provide a subtle, zesty kick. The salad is brought together with a tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple yet elegant salad is ideal as a light lunch, a side dish for dinner, or even a party favorite. With its fresh ingredients and easy preparation, this colorful salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 15 oz Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 2 whole Green onions
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Drain the canned mandarin oranges and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Step 3
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Allow to cool before adding to the salad.
Step 4
Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the salad bowl.
Step 5
In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to ensure even distribution of the dressing.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your crisp, flavorful Romaine Mandarin Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1838.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1373.6 |
| Total Fat 93.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1670.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.2g | |
| Protein 32.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 724.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3367.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories