Name: Green Salad with Mandarin Oranges & Candied Almonds
Ingredients: Topping:; 1/2 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:; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

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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: 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

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.

Green Salad with Mandarin Oranges & Candied Almonds

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