Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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With mandarin oranges and a slightly sweet dressing, this spinach salad is a refreshing change of pace. I frequently take it along to summer picnics. Ingredients:
1/2 cup vegetable oil |
1/3 cup sugar |
1/3 cup white vinegar |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
salad: |
3/4 cup slivered almonds |
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar |
7 cups torn romaine |
7 cups chopped fresh spinach |
1-1/2 cups sliced celery |
1-1/2 cups sliced green onion |
3 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained |
Directions:
1. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first five ingredients; shake well. Set aside. In a skillet, cook and stir the almonds and sugar over medium heat until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool completely.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, celery and onions. Add oranges and sugared almonds; toss gently. Shake dressing; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Yield: 24 servings.
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