Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges

Name: Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 24 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/3 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 3/4 teaspoon salt; SALAD:; 3/4 cup slivered almonds; 4-1/2 teaspoons sugar; 7 cups torn romaine; 7 cups chopped fresh spinach; 1-1/2 cups sliced celery; 1-1/2 cups sliced green onion; 3 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 24 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

A spinach salad with mandarin oranges is a refreshing blend of sweet citrus, crisp greens and crunchy almonds, all brought together with a tangy herb dressing.

Ingredients

1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
SALAD:
3/4 cup slivered almonds
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
7 cups torn romaine
7 cups chopped fresh spinach
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
1-1/2 cups sliced green onion
3 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained

Directions

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first five ingredients; shake well. Set aside. In a skillet, cook and stir the almonds and sugar over medium heat until sugar is melted and almonds are coated, 5-7 minutes. Spread on foil to cool completely.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, celery and onions. Add oranges and sugared almonds; toss gently. Shake dressing; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

With mandarin oranges and a slightly sweet dressing, this spinach salad is a refreshing change of pace. I frequently take it along to summer picnics.

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