Ingredients
- 2 cups of mixed salad greens (such as spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- 2 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Salad Ingredients
Start by washing the salad greens thoroughly and drying them. If you prefer, you can tear the greens into smaller pieces for a more bite-sized salad. Place the greens into a large salad bowl.
Step 2: Segment the Mandarins
Peel the mandarin oranges and carefully separate the segments, removing any seeds. Cut the segments in half if desired and add them to the salad bowl.
Step 3: Add the Red Onion and Almonds
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl. If you are using slivered almonds, sprinkle them over the salad for a crunchy texture.
Step 4: Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Step 5: Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss the ingredients until everything is evenly coated. If desired, sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 per serving
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g (healthy fats from olive oil and almonds)
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: Mandarin Orange Salad Recipe