Mandarin Chicken Salad with Orange Juice Dressing
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Description:
This Mandarin Chicken Salad with Orange Juice Dressing is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The tangy sweetness of the dressing complements the fresh ingredients, making it not only delicious but also visually appealing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
- 1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved
For the Dressing:
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
For Serving:
- Lettuce leaves
- Additional mandarin orange segments and grapes for decoration
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine chopped onion, salt, lemon juice, diced celery, mayonnaise, mandarin orange segments, and halved grapes. Mix well.
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Chill the salad mixture in the refrigerator.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, sugar, vinegar, salt, dry mustard, and celery seed until the sugar is dissolved.
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Chill the dressing in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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To serve, place lettuce leaves on individual plates or a serving platter.
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Spoon the chilled salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves, arranging it neatly.
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Decorate the edges with additional mandarin orange segments and halved grapes for a festive touch.
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Just before serving, drizzle the prepared orange juice dressing over the salad.
Enjoy this Mandarin Chicken Salad with Orange Juice Dressing as a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion! The combination of citrusy sweetness and savory chicken will delight your taste buds.
