SUMMER SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Summer Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette image

I live in Orange County and, as you might guess by our county's name, there are plenty of orange trees here. This salad is one of my favorite ways to use this delightful fruit. It makes a nice light supper on a hot day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
SALAD:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
4 cups torn romaine
2 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

Whisk together first five ingredients., For salad, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat. If desired, sprinkle with salt., Place romaine, fruit and beef in a serving dish. Toss with vinaigrette. If desired, top with walnuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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