NUTTY MANDARIN SALAD

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Sugar-coated almonds give this lettuce salad just the right amount of crunch. Whenever I make this for luncheons, it's always a success.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

TOASTED ALMONDS:
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup sliced almonds
DRESSING:
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup tarragon or white wine vinegar
2-1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
8 cups torn romaine
6 cups torn Bibb lettuce
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook sugar, butter and water, stirring constantly, until a syrup is formed. Add almonds; cook and stir for 4-6 minutes or until almonds are coated and browned. Set aside. , In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. In a large bowl, combine greens, oranges and onions. Break almonds apart and add to salad. Add dressing and toss. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Diane Morrow
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This salad was very tasty. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the goat cheese added a nice touch of creaminess. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and re


Sandhu Trust way
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This salad was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing. I especially loved the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the mandarins. This salad is a keeper!


Haniya Malik
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This salad was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect and the dressing was the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making this again and again!


Millie Trezise
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. The dressing was also a bit too sweet. However, the textures were great and the goat cheese added a nice richness. Overall, I think this salad has potential, but it needs


Usman Umar
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This salad was very tasty. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the goat cheese added a nice touch of creaminess. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and re


Delien lancaster
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing. I especially loved the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the mandarins. This salad is a keeper!


Anita Shrestha
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory dressing. However, the textures were great and the goat cheese added a nice richness. Overall, I think this salad has potential, but it needs a few twea


qasim gardezi
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This salad was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect and the dressing was the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making this again and again!


teboho moloi
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This salad was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing. I especially loved the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the mandarins. This salad is a keeper!


Mohsin sheikh Mohsin Sheikh
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. The dressing was also a bit too sweet. However, the textures were great and the goat cheese added a nice richness. Overall, I think this salad has potential, but it needs


Aftab Jari
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one was really good. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the goat cheese added a nice touch of creaminess. I would definitely recommend this salad to an


Cristina Depnag
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used a store-bought mandarin orange salad kit to save time, and it turned out great. The dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste, so I added a little bit of lemon juice to balance it out. Overall, I rea


JuggNaf
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the dressing was light and refreshing. I especially loved the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the mandarins. This salad is a keeper!


Beatrice Combs
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory dressing. However, the textures were great and the goat cheese added a nice richness. Overall, I think this salad has potential, but it needs a few twea


Prem Chapagain
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this salad. I'm not usually a big fan of salads, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone


Helen Preece
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the contrast between the sweet mandarins and the tangy goat cheese. The walnuts add a nice crunch and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad again and agai


Lamya Guice
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The nutty mandarin salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The zesty dressing really brings the whole dish together. I highly recommend i


Seekay Gaji
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet mandarins, crunchy walnuts, and creamy goat cheese was divine. I also loved the subtle citrus flavor from the orange zest. Will definitely be making this again!