TOSSED SALAD WITH ORANGES

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The combination of fresh greens, tangy oranges, savory bacon and crunchy almonds is one of my specialties. Topped with a pleasantly sweet dressing, this salad brings a splash of color to any table.-Anne Wegener, Springville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/2 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

POPPY SEED DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 small onion, quartered
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
SALAD:
10 cups torn salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 to 4 tablespoons slivered almonds

Steps:

In a food processor or blender, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Stir in the poppy seeds, In a salad bowl, combine the greens, oranges, bacon and almonds. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.