Mandarin Spinach Salad: Citrus Delight Bursting with Flavor 🍊🥗

Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad 🥗

Recipe Summary:

• Name: Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad
• Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
• Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Oranges, Cheese, Citrus, Fruit, Vegetable, Canadian, Spring, Summer, Winter, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 4

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 201
• Fat Content: 8.1g
• Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 6.3mg
• Sodium Content: 177.5mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 30.6g
• Fiber Content: 3.7g
• Sugar Content: 25.9g
• Protein Content: 6.7g

Ingredients:

• 8 cups spinach
• 8 fresh mushrooms
• 2 mandarin orange sections
• 1/4 cup blue cheese
• 2 oz feta cheese
• 1/2 cup pecans
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 8 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients required for the salad.

2. Plate the Spinach: Take 2 cups of fresh spinach and evenly distribute them on each of the 4 serving plates, creating a bed of greens for your salad.

3. Add Mushrooms and Oranges: Slice the fresh mushrooms and layer about 1/2 cup of mushrooms and 1/3 cup of mandarin orange sections over the spinach on each plate. This combination adds a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

4. Sprinkle Cheese and Nuts: Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon of blue cheese and 1 1/2 teaspoons of both pecans and walnuts. This adds a savory and crunchy element to the salad, complementing the freshness of the greens and the sweetness of the oranges.

5. Drizzle with Dressing: Drizzle each serving with 2 tablespoons of your preferred vinaigrette dressing. The dressing adds a tangy and flavorful touch, tying all the ingredients together.

6. Serve: Your Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad is now ready to be served! Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Additional Tips:

• If you prefer, you can also toss all the ingredients together in a bowl, except for the dressing, and lightly mix them. Just before serving, drizzle the salad with the vinaigrette dressing for a more evenly distributed flavor.
• Feel free to customize this salad according to your taste preferences. You can add additional toppings such as sliced almonds, grilled chicken, or avocado for extra protein and texture.
• This salad is perfect for any time of the year, whether it’s a refreshing lunch on a hot summer day or a light and nutritious dinner option during the cooler months.

Enjoy this Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad as a delicious and healthy meal option that’s quick and easy to prepare!