Description
Mandarin Orange Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that elevates any meal with its delightful combination of juicy mandarin oranges, crisp mixed greens, crunchy almonds, and creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with a zesty balsamic dressing, this salad is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or a light dinner at home. Experience the burst of flavors that will impress your guests and leave everyone asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse mixed greens under cold water and pat dry.
- If using fresh mandarins, peel and segment them; if canned, drain and set aside.
- Toast sliced almonds in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens, mandarin orange segments, toasted almonds, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle with the dressing just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg