Mandarin Salad Oriental Recipe

Name: Mandarin Salad Oriental
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3-ounce) package Oriental-flavored ramen noodle soup mix; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 5 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, torn; 1/2 head romaine lettuce, torn; 5 celery ribs, chopped; 2 green onions, chopped; 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained

Servings: persons

1 (3-ounce) package Oriental-flavored ramen noodle soup mix
1/2 cup sliced almonds
5 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, torn
1/2 head romaine lettuce, torn
5 celery ribs, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained

1
Remove flavor packet from soup mix, and set aside. Crumble noodles.
2
Bake noodles in a shallow pan at 350u00b0 for 10 minutes or until toasted, stirring after 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and cool.
3
Cook sliced almonds and 3 tablespoons sugar in a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, 5 to 6 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and almonds are evenly coated. Remove almond mixture from heat, and set aside.
4
Whisk together reserved flavor packet, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, oil, and next 5 ingredients.
5
Toss together lettuces, celery, and onions in a bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss. Add noodles, almond mixture, and oranges; toss. Serve immediately.
6
Prep: 25 min., Bake: 10 min., Cook: 6 min.

526

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3-ounce) package Oriental-flavored ramen noodle soup mix, 1/2 cup sliced almonds, 5 tablespoons sugar, divided, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Mandarin Salad Oriental falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Mandarin Salad Oriental

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Variations & substitutions

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