Best 10 Tangy Orange And Spinach Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tangy orange and spinach salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that tantalizes your taste buds. This salad is a delightful blend of sweet oranges, crisp baby spinach, crunchy almonds, and creamy goat cheese, all tossed in a zesty orange vinaigrette. With its vibrant colors and burst of flavors, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For a vegan version, simply replace the goat cheese with crumbled tofu or your favorite plant-based cheese alternative. Craving a heartier salad? Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost. Experiment with different greens – arugula, kale, or mixed greens – to add a unique twist to the texture and flavor profile.

Whether you're hosting a brunch, preparing a light lunch, or seeking a healthy side dish for dinner, this tangy orange and spinach salad is a versatile and crowd-pleasing choice. With its ease of preparation and customizable options, this salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Embark on this culinary journey and experience the harmonious blend of flavors that make this salad truly exceptional.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE VINAIGRETTE SPINACH SALAD



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This special salad is lightly coated in a refreshing citrus dressing. I sometimes serve it with a side of cottage cheese...the taste of orange and all the cheeses will have your friends and family begging for more. -Jamie Pearson, Woodbury, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium oranges
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Finely grate peel of one orange; set aside. Cut the same orange in half; squeeze juice into a 1-cup measuring cup. Add the oil, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, salt, pepper and reserved orange peel. Gradually whisk in vinegar; set aside., Peel and discard white membrane from remaining oranges; cut into sections. , In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cheeses and orange sections. Drizzle with 1/4 cup vinaigrette and toss to coat. Refrigerate remaining vinaigrette for another use.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 354mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SPINACH AND ORANGE SALAD



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This is a very simple salad that is great all year long, especially in winter when citrus fruits are in season. If you just want an quick salad, look no further. Source: Southern Living, January 1986.

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 lb fresh spinach, torn into bite-size pieces
3 medium oranges, peeled, sectioned, and seeded
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/4-1/3 cup French dressing (try one from this site)

Steps:

  • Wash spinach thoroughly and allow to dry (use a salad spinner, if you have one).
  • Combine spinach, orange sections, and sliced onion in a large salad bowl, tossing well.
  • Drizzle dressing over spinach mixture; toss gently.

SPINACH ORANGE SALAD



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Spinach, orange, and bacon star in this colorful fresh salad.

Provided by LaurasFaves

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon
2 oranges, peeled
1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup pine nuts
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces.
  • Separate oranges into individual wedges. Cut each wedge into thirds.
  • Combine bacon, oranges, spinach, red onion, and pine nuts in a large bowl; toss lightly.
  • Whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, and salt together in a small bowl to make dressing.
  • Drizzle some dressing over the spinach mixture; toss to coat. Serve remaining dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices prosciutto
2 oranges, zested
2 small oranges, juiced or 1 large orange, juiced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, peeled
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 to 12 ounces pre-washed spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet and bake until just crisp, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Crumble the prosciutto slices into a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • In a blender, combine the orange zest, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. With the blender running, add the olive oil in a steady stream until combined. Transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, put the spinach in a large bowl. Toss with enough of the vinaigrette to coat the spinach. Sprinkle with the crisp prosciutto crumbles, toss again, and serve.

TANGY SPINACH SALAD



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This is great salad for a potluck or BBQ. I always get lots of compliments and requests for the recipe. Ensure that dressing is thoroughly mixed before tossing with salad, it will separate while chilling.

Provided by Bmlove

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ onion, chopped
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup canola oil
1 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (9 ounce) bag fresh spinach, chopped
⅔ cup herb-seasoned stuffing mix (such as Pepperidge Farm® Cubed Herb Seasoned Stuffing)
3 hard-boiled eggs, crumbled
⅓ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Whisk onion, sugar, apple cider vinegar, canola oil, yellow mustard, salt, celery seed, and black pepper together in a bowl until well combined. Chill in refrigerator at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
  • Mix spinach, stuffing mix, eggs, and bacon together in a large bowl. Add dressing and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 87.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 665.7 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

FRESH SPINACH, ORANGE AND RED ONION SALAD



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Side dish ready in less than 30 minutes! Enjoy this tangy spinach and orange salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups torn washed fresh spinach leaves (from 10-ounce bag), stems removed
4 medium seedless oranges
Orange juice
1/3 cup honey
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons canola or soybean oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Arrange spinach on serving platter or individual serving plates.
  • Peel off eight 2 1/2x2-inch strips of orange peel with vegetable peeler, being careful to remove only orange part. Cut strips lengthwise into thin slivers.
  • Cut remaining peel and white pith from oranges with sharp knife. Remove segments of orange by cutting between membranes, catching juice in small bowl; set orange segments aside. Squeeze membranes of oranges into bowl to remove all of juice; if necessary, add orange juice to make 1/2 cup. Beat in honey, vinegar, oil and salt with wire whisk.
  • Place onion slices in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet; brush with orange juice mixture. Broil 2 to 3 inches from heat 4 to 5 minutes or just until edges begin to darken.
  • Arrange orange segments on spinach. Separate onion slices into rings; scatter over oranges. Drizzle with remaining orange juice mixture; garnish with strips of orange peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

ORANGE SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces fresh spinach, washed, drained, stems removed
4 medium mushrooms
4 water chestnuts, diced
1 orange, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon salad oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons orange juice
3/4 teaspooon soy sauce Scant
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Tear spinach coarsely and place in large bowl.
  • Wash mushrooms and trim stem ends. Slice mushrooms. Add them with the water chestnuts and the orange to the spinach.
  • Whisk remaining ingredients together and toss with salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 132, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TANGY ORANGE AND SPINACH SALAD



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My grandson isn't much of a salad guy, but he loves this one.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c lemon juice
1 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 1/2 tsp lemon rind, grated
1/4 tsp seasoned salt
1/4 tsp marjoram
3 medium oranges, peeled
2 c cauliflower flowerets
2 Tbsp green onion, chopped
6 c fresh spinach

Steps:

  • 1. Combine lemon juice, sugar, oil, lemon rind, salt, and marjoram in a large bowl. Mix well.
  • 2. Add rest except spinach. Toss lightly to coat well.
  • 3. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Tear spinach into bite-size pieces. Cut oranges crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. Add to orange mixture. Toss lightly and serve.

TANGY PASTA SALAD WITH SPINACH



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The bright flavor of Lemon-Herb Dressing is all you need to unite the simple ingredients of this easy-to-make Tangy Pasta Salad with Spinach.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 pound cooled cooked short pasta, such as campanelle
3 large celery stalks, thinly sliced
2 cups baby spinach, chopped
1/4 cup capers, rinsed and chopped
6 tablespoons Lemon-Herb Dressing
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss pasta with celery, spinach, capers, and dressing. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGES AND ALMONDS



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Categories     Salad     No-Cook     Kentucky Derby     Orange     Almond     Spinach     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 green onions, minced
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
4 oranges
1 1/2 6-ounce packages baby spinach
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk first 7 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Working over medium bowl, cut between membranes to release segments. (Dressing and oranges can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Rewhisk dressing before using.)
  • Combine spinach, half of almonds, and all orange segments in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide among 6 plates. Sprinkle with almonds.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy oranges for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use baby kale or arugula.
  • To make a vegan version of this salad, omit the feta cheese.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or agave syrup to the dressing.
  • If you want a more savory salad, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the dressing.
  • Serve this salad immediately after making it, as the spinach will wilt if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This tangy orange and spinach salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish or light lunch. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. The combination of sweet oranges, tangy dressing, and crisp spinach is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try!

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