MANDARIN ORANGE STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD

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What a treat for the senses this salad is. It's fabulous to serve on just about any occasion from Sunday brunch to a holiday meal. There is just something classic about the flavors of fresh spinach and strawberries. Add in mandarin oranges and you have a yummy salad. Celery, parsley, and green onions add a bit of crunch and a...

Provided by Marie Guaragna

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

SALAD
1 c chopped celery
1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
2 sprig(s) spring onions, chopped including tops
1 bag(s) fresh spinach (10 oz ready to eat in a bag)
11 oz mandarin oranges, drained
1 c fresh sliced strawberries
DRESSING
1/4 c salad oil
2 Tbsp raspberry vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
1 pinch black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
GARNISH
2 Tbsp sugar
1/4 c sliced almonds

Steps:

  • 1. Mix celery, parsley, and onions. Refrigerate.
  • 2. Drain mandarin oranges and put them in the refrigerator. (You can keep some of the juice to add to the dressing also if you wish.)
  • 3. Wash and dry strawberries. Slice and refrigerate.
  • 4. DRESSING: Mix ingredients thoroughly and refrigerate. (The dressing will keep for several days.) Shake well before adding to the salad.
  • 5. GARNISH: To caramelize almonds, put sugar and almonds in a frying pan on medium heat and stir constantly until almonds are lightly browned. Place them on a piece of wax paper to cool.
  • 6. SERVE: Place spinach in a bowl. Add the celery mixture, mandarin oranges, strawberries, and almonds. and dressing. Toss and Serve!
  • 7. Place salad on a plate and drizzle with dressing.

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