ORANGE, CANDIED NUTS GREEN SALAD

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This is the most requested green salad I make when it comes to bringing a salad for a potluck.

Provided by Bonnie Beck

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

for the salad
3 hearts if romaine lettuce
2 can(s) chilled, drained mandarin oranges (save the juice for making jello)
3 thinly slice and chopped green onion tops that have been marinated in the dressing (optional)
DRESSING
1/2 tsp finely chopped green onion stem
1 c canola oil or extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c freshly sqeezed orange juice with a little zest, unsweetened or wine vinegar
2 1/2 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp prepared dijon mustard
a pinch of sea salt
FOR THE CANDIED NUTS
about three cups of halved pecans or halved almonds
about 1 1/2 cups of white sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Wash the lettuce and green onions (the onions are optional). Drain them well and set of paper towels. Tear the lettuce into bit size pieces. Add the oranges. Toss. Set in bowl inside the refig.
  • 2. Make the dressing and set aside.
  • 3. In a large cast iron skillet place the sugar in and turn on the heat to high. When it looks like it is melted, add the nuts. Stir when it looks like it is boiling. Coating the nuts well. Stir till the sugar is an amber color.
  • 4. Very quickly turn out on to a cookie sheet that has been sprayed with Pam or lightly buttered. Scrape the pan of all the melted sugar.
  • 5. When cooled. Beat the coated nuts into pieces.
  • 6. Add the candies nuts to the salad..toss and serve with the dressing.

Rana Aadel
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover nuts.


Ummu Ummuhikma
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The orange dressing is a great way to use up leftover oranges.


Bilal Ch
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Dale Dirks
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


ASAF Sharon
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! My kids especially loved the candied nuts.


Ahmad Tariq
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This is a great salad for a picnic or potluck.


Heather Taylor
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This salad is also great with grilled chicken or fish.


Mf Sakin
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For a more vibrant salad, use a mix of greens, such as arugula, spinach, and kale.


Barkat Baloch
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If you don't have any candied nuts, you can substitute chopped walnuts or pecans.


Subhan Alam
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges. The dressing is so easy to make and the salad is really refreshing.


Sabbir Hossain Limon
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The orange dressing is amazing and the candied nuts add a nice touch of sweetness. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.


Anthony Chamoun
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. The orange dressing is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rubejean Tomas
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I've never had a salad like this before. The orange dressing was amazing and the candied nuts were a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aminata B.Kamara
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The orange dressing is so tasty and the candied nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Martha Brann
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This salad was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making it again.


Adeniyi Jeremiah
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of textures and flavors. The candied nuts add a nice touch of sweetness, while the orange dressing is tangy and bright. I'll definitely be making this again soon!


Sumona Aktar
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I was a bit skeptical about the orange dressing, but it was actually really good! The sweetness of the oranges complemented the bitterness of the greens perfectly. I'll definitely be using this dressing again.


Zinzie Stunner
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfect. The dressing was well-balanced and the nuts added a nice touch of sweetness and texture. I'll definitely be making this again!


Charles Killen
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This salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet candied nuts, tangy orange dressing, and fresh greens was absolutely delicious. I especially loved the crunch from the nuts and the subtle orange flavor throughout the dish. 5/5 stars!