RIBBON SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

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Zucchini, cucumbers and carrots are peeled into "ribbons" for this citrusy salad. We like to serve it for parties and special occasions. -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium zucchini
1 medium cucumber
1 medium carrot
3 medium oranges
3 cups fresh baby spinach
4 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup golden raisins, optional
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Using a vegetable peeler, shave zucchini, cucumber and carrot lengthwise into very thin strips., Finely grate enough zest from oranges to measure 2 tablespoons. Cut 1 orange crosswise in half; squeeze juice from orange to measure 1/2 cup. Reserve zest and juice for vinaigrette. Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of remaining oranges; stand oranges upright on a cutting board. With a knife, cut off peel and outer membrane from orange. Cut along the membrane of each segment to remove fruit., In a large bowl, combine spinach, orange sections, green onions, walnuts, salt, pepper and, if desired, raisins. Add vegetable ribbons; gently toss to combine. In a small bowl, combine vinaigrette ingredients. Add reserved orange zest and juice; whisk until blended. Drizzle half of the vinaigrette over salad; toss to coat. Serve with remaining vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jose Veliz
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jacky Gorton
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The fruit and nuts make it more appealing, and the orange vinaigrette is a healthy and tasty dressing.


Felica Nketia
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


GAMING HOUSE
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This salad is delicious and refreshing. The orange vinaigrette is a perfect complement to the sweet and savory flavors of the salad.


Bunny xD
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I've made this salad a few times now, and I'm always impressed with how well it comes together. It's a great salad for a weeknight meal.


Phophi Masikhwa
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit! I love the way the flavors come together.


Noel Mikulecky
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the fruit and nuts add a nice touch.


skmigan Q
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this salad is a great way to use them up.


Khuram Saifi
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The fruit and nuts add a nice crunch, and the orange vinaigrette is the perfect dressing.


Young Smoke TBD
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Hdb Laci
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This salad was a huge hit at my last dinner party! The flavors are so unique and refreshing, and the orange vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.