Mandarin Orange & Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
Mandarin Orange & Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines sweet mandarins with crisp spinach, tangy feta, and crunchy walnuts. Tossed in a zesty citrus dressing, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a burst of color to your table. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or as a side at dinner, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that will impress your guests and elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (toasted)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the spinach under cold water and pat dry.
- Soak the sliced red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, drained mandarins, and crumbled feta.
- Toast the walnuts in a skillet over low heat until golden brown.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - Substitute kale or arugula for spinach if desired. - Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.