**A burst of citrus and tropical flavors awaits with Betty Crocker's Mandarin Salad, a refreshing side dish that adds a vibrant touch to any meal.**
This classic recipe combines juicy mandarin oranges, crisp celery, crunchy almonds, and sweet pineapple chunks, all tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. For a tangy twist, a splash of vinegar is added to balance the flavors, while a sprinkle of paprika adds a hint of spice.
Alongside the original Mandarin Salad, this article also features three exciting variations that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences.
1. **Mandarin Orange and Avocado Salad**: This variation introduces creamy avocado slices, adding a rich and velvety texture to the salad. The avocado's healthy fats make it a nutritious choice, while its mild flavor complements the other ingredients perfectly.
2. **Tropical Mandarin Salad**: Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this vibrant variation. Along with mandarin oranges, it incorporates an array of tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, and kiwi. The sweetness of these fruits pairs wonderfully with the tangy dressing, creating a tropical flavor explosion in every bite.
3. **Asian-Inspired Mandarin Salad**: For those who love Asian flavors, this variation adds a touch of the Orient. A blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar replaces the mayonnaise dressing, infusing the salad with savory and umami notes. Topped with crispy wonton strips, this salad is a delightful fusion of Eastern and Western flavors.
Whether you prefer the classic Mandarin Salad or are adventurous enough to try one of the variations, this article has something for everyone. Each recipe is easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success. So, grab your apron and let's create a delightful Mandarin Salad that will brighten up your next meal!
CRANBERRY-ORANGE FLUFF
Dessert salad, fluff or whatever you call this wonderful stuff-it's simple to prepare, beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. It's also perfect for holiday entertaining, especially in this sweet-tart-tangy rendition. Canned cranberries and chopped pecans add a chewy and crunchy contrast to the creamy base of whipped topping and cream cheese, while mandarin oranges add sweetness (and take the place of the pineapple that's a dessert salad standby). Serve up a bowl of this pretty pink salad, and watch how quickly it disappears.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, mix cranberry sauce, cream cheese and sugar; microwave uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, until easily stirred together. Stir in mandarin oranges. Refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 12 hours.
- Gently fold in whipped topping and marshmallows. Top with pecans.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize About 2/3 Cup, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g
ORANGE DREAMSICLE LUSH
Everyone's favorite childhood ice cream treat becomes a sophisticated potluck dessert in this refreshing and creamy lush. Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix makes a perfect cookie crust, which gets topped with layers of creamy vanilla pudding, orange Jell-O® gelatin and Cool Whip whipped topping, then garnished with mandarin oranges for added flair. It's guaranteed to be the favorite dessert at any potluck, and we recommend making it in a glass baking dish so everyone can see the pretty layers in its presentation.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 6h40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Make and bake drop cookies as directed on pouch. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In food processor, process half of the cookies to coarse crumbs. Remove to medium bowl. Continue to process remaining cookies to coarse crumbs; add to bowl. Stir in melted butter until well blended. In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, press cookie crumb mixture firmly in bottom. Set aside.
- In small bowl, place gelatin, and add boiling water; beat with whisk until blended. Stir occasionally about 2 minutes or until mostly dissolved. In medium bowl, beat dry pudding mixes and milk with whisk about 2 minutes or until thick. Stir in dissolved gelatin. Let stand 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, scraping down side of bowl frequently. Beat in 2 cups of the whipped topping. Spread over cookie crust.
- Pour pudding mixture over cream cheese layer; spread evenly over top. Drop remaining whipped topping by spoonfuls over pudding layer; carefully spread until even. Refrigerate 5 hours.
- When ready to serve, sprinkle orange segments on top. Cut into 6 rows by 3 rows. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CRUNCHY ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD
With convenient coleslaw mix and ramen noodles, you can create a tasty main-dish salad in just 15 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from soup mix. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir into butter mixture. Cook noodles 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until noodles are golden brown; remove from heat.
- In large glass or plastic bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper. Add noodle mixture and remaining ingredients; toss. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 1 1/4 Cups), Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 1 g
MANDARIN CHICKEN SALAD
Who needs a restaurant when you can have a great homemade Asian-inspired salad on the table in 30 minutes? Try chopsticks tonight.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Place Bisquick mix, sesame seed and ginger in 1-gallon resealable plastic food-storage bag; mix well. In small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce and oil. Coat chicken pieces with oil mixture.
- Shake about 6 chicken pieces at a time in bag of Bisquick mixture until coated. Shake off any extra mixture. Place chicken pieces in single layer on cookie sheet.
- Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Cool 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix salad mix, orange segments and pea pods. Top with warm chicken pieces and drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
20-MINUTE MANDARIN CHICKEN SALAD
Enjoy this skillet made chicken and noodle salad that's ready in just 20 minutes - a wonderful dinner.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from soup mix. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir into butter mixture.
- Cook noodles 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until noodles are golden brown; remove from heat.
- In large bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper. Add noodle mixture and remaining ingredients; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 1 g
MANDARIN LETTUCE SALAD
Looking for an Asian-inspired side dish? Then check out this delicious green salad packed with mandarin oranges, ramen noodle and sesame seed. Ready in15 minutes!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix salad greens, onion and orange segments in large bowl. Shake seasoning packet from soup mix, dressing, water, sugar and sesame seed in tightly covered container.
- Coarsely crumble noodles; sprinkle over salad greens mixture. Shake dressing. Pour dressing over salad; toss until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg
MANDARIN-SMOKED TURKEY SALAD
Dinner ready in 15 minutes! Enjoy this Asian salad made using smoked turkey, salad greens and zesty orange - tossed with a tangy dressing.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 1-quart saucepan, mix dressing ingredients until well blended. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until marmalade is melted. Cool 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, toss cabbage, lettuce, turkey and pea pods.
- Gently stir orange segments into salad. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
CRUNCHY CHICKEN SALAD
Picnic time! Pack Crunchy Chicken Salad for your next picnic in the park!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 22m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Stir in seasoning packet from noodles. Break block of noodles into bite-size pieces over skillet; stir noodles into butter mixture. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly; stir in sesame seed. Cook about 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly, until noodles are golden brown.
- Mix sugar, vinegar, oil and pepper in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and noodle mixture; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg
ORANGE-AVOCADO SALAD
This salad features a yummy combination of fruits, veggies and a citrus dressing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended.
- On each of 6 salad plates, arrange salad greens. Top with oranges, avocados and onion. Serve with vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg
LUSCIOUS MANDARIN ORANGE CAKE
It's cool, it's creamy, it's moist and it's easy to have on hand because it stores in the fridge. There's no denying the popularity of this orange-flavored cake with the creamy pineapple frosting.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or lightly spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan.
- In large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, walnuts, orange segments, reserved 1/3 cup orange liquid, and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes. Pour into pan.
- Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- To make pineapple frosting, stir together pineapple, dry pudding mix and orange peel. Gently stir in whipped topping. Spread on cake. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 1 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g
CRUNCHY ASIAN PASTA SALAD
A soy sauce dressing adds Asian inspiration to a veggie and fruit pasta salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
- In large bowl, stir together seasoning mixes from pasta mix and soup mix, sugar, oil, vinegar, water and soy sauce. Add pasta, coleslaw mix, pea pods, almonds and oranges; toss to combine.
- Just before serving, coarsely crush dry noodles from soup mix; stir into pasta mixture. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g
SUNSHINE SALAD
Mandarin oranges and blue cheese dressing make a refreshing combination.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toss greens, lettuce and oranges in large salad bowl; refrigerate.
- Just before serving, toss with dressing. Sprinkle with bacon bits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg
PUDDING FRUIT SALAD
Pudding Fruit Salad-our take on ambrosia fruit salad-combines fresh fruit, canned fruit and sweets, such as marshmallows and vanilla pudding. This refreshing fruit salad with Cool Whip and pudding is a great addition to any BBQ. With only 80 calories per serving, this guilt-free fruit salad with Cool Whip will keep your sweet tooth happy. If you're looking to take this Pudding Fruit Salad from summer to fall, take a peek at our "Expert Tips."
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix pudding and whipped topping.
- Gently stir in grapes, marshmallows, oranges and pineapple. Add strawberries; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator up to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
BETSY'S MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD
This is a really delicious green salad, almonds and oranges add a special twist!
Provided by DOREENB
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Orange Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until use.
- In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, cook and stir the almonds and sugar until the sugar is melted and the almonds are coated. Remove from heat, cool, and break apart. Store at room temperature until ready to serve salad.
- In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, celery, oranges, almonds and dressing until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 508.5 mg, Sugar 32.9 g
MANDARIN SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- 1. Cook almonds and sugar in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted and almonds are coated cool and break apart.2. Make Sweet-Sour Dressing.3. Toss almonds, dressing and remaining ingredients.Sweet-Sour Dressing1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons white or cider vinegar1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon saltDash of pepperDash of red pepper sauce1. Shake all ingredients in tightly covered container. 2. Refrigerate until serving.NUTRITION FACTS: 1 Serving (about 1 1/3 cups): Calories 180 (Calories from Fat 110) Fat 12g (Saturated 2g) Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 220mg Carbohydrate 18g (Dietary Fiber 2g) Protein 2g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 30% Calcium 4% Iron 4% DIET EXCHANGES: Vegetable 1 Fruit 2 FatFrom "Betty Crocker's Complete Cookbook, Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today, 9th Edition." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy mandarins: This will ensure the salad is flavorful and refreshing.
- Segment the mandarins carefully: Use a sharp knife to remove the segments without tearing them.
- Use a light hand when mixing the salad: This will prevent the segments from breaking up.
- Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors meld and make the salad more refreshing.
- Garnish the salad with fresh mint or cilantro: This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Betty Crocker Mandarin Salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weekday lunch or a side dish for a special occasion, this salad is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy salad, give Betty Crocker Mandarin Salad a try!
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