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Green Salad with Mandarin Oranges & Candied Almonds

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This salad has a few simple ingredients, but brings a punch of fresh flavor with a sweet and tangy dressing that I'm sure you'll love.  You can serve it as a simple side dish or as a main dish salad by topping it with grilled chicken or beef.
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Green Salad with Mandarin Oranges & Candied Almonds

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Course: Salads
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Jennifer Locklin

Ingredients

  • Topping:
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • Salad:
  • 6 cups romaine chopped
  • 3 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 - 11 oz can mandarin oranges drained
  • Dressing:
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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Instructions

  • Topping: In a small pan, cook and stir almonds and sugar over medium heat until almonds are caramelized (they will be light brown and coated with melted sugar), approximately 4-6 minutes. Spread the almonds on foil or wax paper. After they cool, break apart.
  • Salad: Combine romaine, celery, onions, and mandarin oranges in a salad bowl. Top with caramelized almonds.
  • Dressing: Combine ingredients in a jar or container with a lid and shake well. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.

*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.

Filed Under: Green Salads, Salads

About Jennifer

I’m Jennifer Locklin, author and owner of Jennifer Cooks. I am a trained chef and passionate about good food, cooking for family and friends, and creating recipes that form lasting memories from one generation to the next. I hope you find inspiration for cooking and creating here!

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