Orange Spinach Salad Recipe

Name: Orange Spinach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup slivered almonds; 1 bunch romaine, torn; 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach; 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms; 3 cups shredded Swiss cheese; 1 medium red onion, sliced; 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled; 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 1/3 cup white vinegar; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Servings: persons

1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 bunch romaine, torn
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 medium red onion, sliced
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

1
In a small heavy skillet, melt sugar over low heat. Add almonds and stir to coat. Cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Spread onto a greased sheet of foil; break apart if necessary.
2
In a large bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, mushrooms, cheese, red onion, bacon and oranges.
3
For dressing, in a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds.
4
Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sugared almonds. Serve immediately.

1355

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, 1 bunch romaine, torn, 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, and more.

Yes, Orange Spinach Salad 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.

Orange Spinach Salad

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