Spinach Mandarin Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Spinach Mandarin Salad is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. Featuring tender baby spinach, juicy mandarin oranges, and thinly sliced red onions, this salad is elevated with toasted sliced almonds for crunch and a creamy sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese. The homemade red wine vinaigrette, lightly sweetened with honey and a dash of Dijon mustard, ties it all together for a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is an ideal side dish for any meal or a light, wholesome lunch. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious, colorful option, this salad celebrates fresh ingredients and a harmonious mix of textures and tastes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups mandarin oranges, canned or fresh
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and segment the mandarin oranges if fresh. If using canned mandarin oranges, drain them well. Add them to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad along with the toasted sliced almonds and crumbled feta cheese.
To make the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spinach Mandarin Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2720 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.7 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 982 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1132 mg | 24% | |
*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.
