Ingredients
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
– 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
– 1 cup sliced strawberries
– ½ cup slivered almonds
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating your Mandarin Orange Salad is simple if you follow these steps closely:
1. Prepare the Greens: Rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner. Place in a large serving bowl.
2. Add Mandarin Oranges: Drain the mandarin oranges and add them directly to the bowl, ensuring they are evenly distributed among the greens.
3. Slice the Strawberries: Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and slice them into thin pieces. Add them to the salad.
4. Add Almonds: Sprinkle the slivered almonds over the top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.
5. Include Red Onion: Thinly slice the red onion and scatter it on top. This will give a nice sharp contrast to the sweetness of the fruits.
6. Crumble Feta: Add the crumbled feta cheese, which will provide a salty richness to the salad, enhancing the overall flavor.
7. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
8. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients, ensuring even coverage.
9. Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or dressing if desired.
10. Serve: Your Mandarin Orange Salad is now ready to enjoy!
This step-by-step guide will ensure your salad turns out perfectly each time, allowing the ingredients’ flavors to shine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 5g