Description
Mandarin Orange Salad with Sugared Almonds and Tangy Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of juicy mandarins with the crunch of sugared almonds, all enhanced by a zesty dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is quick to prepare and adds a delightful burst of flavor to your meal. Whether served at a casual lunch or festive gathering, its bright colors and textures will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (fresh or canned)
- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach or arugula)
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup sugar (for sugaring almonds)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Spread slivered almonds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, sprinkle with sugar, and roast for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large salad bowl, add mixed greens as the base.
- Layer mandarin oranges and red onion over the greens.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Top with sugared almonds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg