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Almond Mandarin Salad

Name: Almond Mandarin Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10-12 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 1 tablespoon sugar; DRESSING:; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest; SALAD:; 8 cups torn mixed salad greens; 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped green onions

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

10-12 servings

After my daughters-in-law and I enjoyed a similar salad at a restaurant, I decided to come up with my own version. It has quickly become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon sugar
DRESSING:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
SALAD:
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Directions

In a small skillet, heat the almonds and sugar over low heat. Cook and stir until almonds are coated with sugar glaze; remove and cool.
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. In a bowl, combine lettuce, oranges, celery and onions. Add dressing and almonds; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 94 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.

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