MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

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This is the kind of salad that doesn't require much work but looks super-pretty on the table. It's great for everything from brunch to an easy dinner party. You start off with a simple base of mixed greens (pick your fave!), then toss in handfuls of fresh blueberries, mandarin segments (or any kind of sweet citrus) and crunchy spiced nuts (again, any kind you like). The dressing is an easy vinaigrette that gets a special touch from orange juice. You'll have extra dressing you can refrigerate for another day.

Provided by Alejandra Ramos

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine or apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces mixed prewashed greens
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup peeled citrus segments (mandarins, oranges, grapefruit, etc.)
6 tablespoons spiced or candied nuts, such as almonds or pecans

Steps:

  • Make the dressing by blending the orange juice, vinegar, oil, honey, garlic, salt and pepper in a blender until very smooth. Place the greens, blueberries and citrus segments in a large salad bowl. Add dressing to taste and toss until evenly coated. (You will have extra dressing.) Garnish with the nuts and serve immediately.

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