Indulge in a vibrant fusion of flavors with our refreshing Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad. This delightful salad boasts a symphony of textures and colors, featuring crisp baby spinach, juicy mandarin orange segments, crunchy almonds, and creamy goat cheese. Drizzled with a tangy citrus vinaigrette, this salad offers a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes.
The recipe also includes variations to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For a vegan option, substitute goat cheese with crumbled tofu or your favorite plant-based cheese alternative. Craving a bit of spice? Add a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha to the dressing for a subtle kick. If you prefer a heartier salad, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu for an extra protein boost.
This versatile salad can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or even as a healthy snack. It's perfect for meal prepping, as the flavors meld even better when chilled. So, gather your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant and delicious Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad.
SPINACH AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD
This is a quick and easy recipe that is sure to impress guests. It's not your ordinary spinach salad.
Provided by Suzanne S.
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix vinegar, sugar, water, butter, and salt together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is bubbling, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
- Whisk egg into dressing; return saucepan to low heat and simmer until dressing thickens, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Combine spinach, mushrooms, mandarin oranges, almonds, bacon, red onion rings, and croutons in a large bowl; pour dressing over salad. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 277.9 mg, Sugar 24 g
SPINACH AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD
Make and share this Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place 2 cups of spinach on each of 4 plates.
- Arrange 1/2 cup mushrooms and 1/3 cup oranges over spinach.
- Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese and 1 1/2 teaspoons nuts.
- Drizzle each with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette.
- Or place ingredients, except vinaigrette, in a bowl, lightly toss and just before serving, drizzle with dressing.
HUDSONS SPINACH AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD
When I was young my mom and I went to a popular department store and ate at their lunch counter. They had a house spinach salad to die for. I was so lucky to acquire the recipe when I got married. This has been a salad I have used for ladies luncheons that I have catered. But, I have found that when I serve this with a steak...
Provided by JANE LOUISE
Categories Lettuce Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. 1.Mix mustard, sugar, salt and vinegar 2.Add onion juice and stir 3.Add oil, slowly whisking constantly until blended 4.Add seseme seeds 5.Beat with mixer 2 minutes
- 2. NOTE: A little drizzle over the spinach salad is all you need. This is NOT a dressing that you pour over all the salad. This makes a 1 cup amount and should drizzle 8 servings of salad.
- 3. *Onion juice is found in a tall bottle packaged in a box. It's found in the spice section. It's expensive but will make several cups of this dressing.
- 4. Many people sprinkle bacon over spinach salad but this would not do with this salad. It's unusual flavor would not be enhanced with bacon.
MANDARIN ORANGE AND SPINACH SALAD
This is a beautiful tossed salad with spinach, romaine, and mandarin oranges with a sweet, sour, slightly spicy dressing. To top it all off, glazed sliced almonds. I first made this in culinary school, and I have made it many times. It is great for entertaining. The mandarin oranges' color just "pops" against the greens. Time includes chill time for the dressing.
Provided by Chele B
Categories Citrus
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 large salad, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all dressing ingredients; shake well. Refrigerate 1 hour.
- In skillet, cook almonds and sugar over medium low heat until sugar melts and coats almonds, stirring frequently. Cool; break apart.
- Combine the rest of the salad ingredients.
- Toss with dressing and top with almonds--I prefer to top the salad, and at the last minute, as opposed to tossing the almonds in the salad to keep the sugar from being "washed off" by the dressing.
BABY SPINACH SALAD WITH MANDARIN ORANGE AND RED ONIONS
This is a Rachael Ray recipe. I find it easier to make the dressing with my blender, rather than whisking it. That way, the orange marmalade is better incorporated.
Provided by Irmgard
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange the spinach leaves on a large platter or individual salad plates.
- Top with the mandarin sections and chopped red onion.
- Whisk together the marmalade and vinegar.
- Stream the oil into the dressing while continuing to whisk.
- When ready to serve, pour the dressing over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
SWEET SPINACH AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD
A refreshing citrus dressing accents the salad for my popular menu. I often toss in some meslun lettuce with the spinach and add apples for variety. -Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the orange juice concentrate, sugar, vinegar, onion and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled., On salad plates, arrange the spinach, mandarin oranges and almonds. Drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh spinach and mandarin oranges.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or tofu.
- If you don't have toasted almonds, you can use chopped walnuts or pecans.
- For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
- For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
Conclusion:
Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it is also very easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a salad that is both healthy and delicious. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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