Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant medley of flavors with Betty's Strawberry Mandarin Salad, a delightful combination of sweet strawberries, juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, and a tangy dressing. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of textures and tastes. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing side dish, a healthy snack, or a colorful addition to your next potluck, this salad delivers on all fronts. With variations including a creamy poppy seed dressing, a zesty honey lime dressing, and a classic vinaigrette, there's a flavor profile to suit every palate. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful salad that's not just delicious but also visually stunning.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
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 MIXED GREENS SALAD
Asian flavors sparkle in this 20-minute salad!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In 1-quart saucepan, cook almonds and 4 teaspoons sugar over low heat about 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted and almonds are coated; cool and break apart.
- In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients. Refrigerate until serving time.
- In large bowl, toss salad ingredients, dressing and almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
BERRY-MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD
"The recipe for this beautiful blend came from a local berry farm some years ago," notes Linda Jo Wahlgren of Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. "We like to take the sweet and savory salad on picnics to accompany cold chicken and a loaf of crusty bread."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12-14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes; stir until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in oil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a salad bowl, combine the greens, strawberries, oranges, onion, almonds and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ORANGE-STRAWBERRY SALAD
A colorful salad, indeed! Lovely as part of a brunch buffet or terrific as a side to grilled poultry or beef.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients.
- Serve oranges and strawberries on salad greens. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
SPINACH, STRAWBERRY, MANDARIN SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
This is a wonderful and refreshing salad that I got from Best of Bridge. I played around with it a bit and added a few other fresh fruits to it. This is yummy and great to offset a very rich main dish, such as my Death to Dieter's Lasagna.
Provided by Cathy17
Categories Strawberry
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all dressing ingredients, mix well and refrigerate.
- Make well ahead to allow flavors to blend.
- Taste dressing and adjust sugar/vinegar for your sweet/tart taste preferences.
- Tear fresh spinach into bite sized pieces, wash and pat dry.
- Wash strawberries, drain, pat dry and cut in thirds.
- Shake dressing container well and toss with spinach, strawberries, kiwi and mandarin orange sections just before serving, otherwise the spinach will wilt.
- This makes a wonderfully tart, slightly sweet and very colorful salad!
STRAWBERRY AND MANDARIN SALAD
This is a fresh summer-time salad that is inexpensive and easy to make. This salad can be made up the day before and is always a crowd pleaser.
Provided by Jenn
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Mixed Greens Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Stir the almonds and 3 tablespoons sugar together in the skillet; cook until the sugar has melted and coats the almonds; 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
- Whisk the vegetable oil, vinegar, hot sauce, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Toss the spring mix, oranges, strawberries, celery, onion, and parsley together in a large mixing bowl; drizzle the vegetable oil mixture over the lettuce mixture and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
BETTY'S STRAWBERRY-MANDARIN SALAD
This is a wonderful salad I got from my mother-in-law, Betty. I later found that she got it from another daughter-in-law. I still call it "Betty's"!!
Provided by Carols Kitchen
Categories Low Protein
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Wash and dry lettuce and tear into small pieces.
- Mix dressing and chill.
- For almonds: Beat egg white until foamy. Add sugar 1 Tbls at at time while beating egg white. Beat until stiff. Add almonds and mix well. Spread on buttered cookie sheet. Bake 325 until golden, turning with large spatula every 6 minutes. it may take 20-25 minutes. Don't give up. They will be crunchy when cool.
- Add the dressing and almonds right before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 3.3, Sodium 71.3, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 11.8, Protein 4.7
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries and mandarins. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
- Slice the strawberries and mandarins thinly. This will help them to absorb the dressing better.
- Choose a good quality balsamic vinegar. A good balsamic vinegar will have a rich, complex flavor that will complement the sweetness of the strawberries and mandarins.
- Use a light hand with the dressing. You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the strawberries and mandarins.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the strawberries and mandarins from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Betty's Strawberry Mandarin Salad is a refreshing, light, and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. The combination of strawberries, mandarins, and balsamic vinegar is delicious, and the salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. If you're looking for a new salad recipe to try, be sure to give this one a try.
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