Salad Greens with Oranges Strawberries and Vanilla Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Salad Greens with Oranges, Strawberries, and Vanilla Vinaigrette! This recipe combines crisp mixed greens, juicy orange segments, and sweet strawberries for a burst of fresh, fruity flavors in every bite. The star of the dish is the homemade vanilla vinaigrette, a unique blend of white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, and real vanilla that adds a luxurious, unexpected depth to this simple salad. Optional sliced almonds bring a delightful crunch, making it the perfect balance of textures. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is an elegant appetizer or side dish that’s ideal for spring brunches, summer gatherings, or any occasion that calls for something light and refreshing. Keywords: salad greens with oranges, strawberry salad with vanilla dressing, fruit salad recipe, easy summer salad, unique vinaigrette recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 navel oranges
- 1.5 cups strawberries
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean or vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the navel oranges, removing the pith, and segment them by cutting between the membranes. Set the orange segments aside.
Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into thin slices. Add them to the salad bowl with the greens.
To prepare the vanilla vinaigrette, combine the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, vanilla bean (scraped) or vanilla extract, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is emulsified.
Drizzle the vanilla vinaigrette evenly over the salad greens, oranges, and strawberries. Toss gently to coat the ingredients without bruising the greens.
If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds over the salad for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately as a light, refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 85.5 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 707 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1650 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
