MANDARIN-BACON SALAD

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Make and share this Mandarin-Bacon Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained and chilled
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 (4 ounce) package sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, add the first 5 ingredients; stir with a whisk until well blended.
  • Add the mandarin orange slices and lettuce to the bowl, toss to gently coat.
  • Sprinkle the bacon and toasted almonds into the bowl; toss gently to mix.
  • Season with salt and pepper if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 39.7, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 495.2, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 18.6, Protein 8.9

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