Best 9 Mandarin Orange Salad With Pecans Recipes

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Mandarin orange salad with pecans is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy pecans, and creamy dressing creates a delightful taste experience. Whether you are looking for a light lunch, a side dish for your next potluck, or a healthy snack, this salad is sure to please. With its vibrant colors and delicious ingredients, mandarin orange salad with pecans is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH PECANS



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My mom uses almonds when she does this salad. I use pecans. You can also "candy" the pecans by putting thime in a pan with some sugar and cooking until the sugar has caramelized. Remove from the heat and pour onto foil and let cool. Break the pecans apart and toss with the salad.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small shallot, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil (4 Tbls if not using Walnut oil)
1 tablespoon walnut oil (optional)
coarse salt
black pepper
3 cups frisee (chicory)
3 cups green leaf lettuce
11 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup toasted pecan halves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the shallot, vinegar and oil (s).
  • Season with salt and pepper, set aside.
  • Right before serving, toss with the greens.
  • Top each salad with orange slices and pecans.

BETSY'S MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



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This is a really delicious green salad, almonds and oranges add a special twist!

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Orange Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup white sugar
1 head red leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments, drained

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until use.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, cook and stir the almonds and sugar until the sugar is melted and the almonds are coated. Remove from heat, cool, and break apart. Store at room temperature until ready to serve salad.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, celery, oranges, almonds and dressing until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 508.5 mg, Sugar 32.9 g

MANDARIN PECAN SALAD



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Toss together this refreshing salad from Jeaune Hadl Van Meter of Lexington, Kentucky. The crisp greens are mixed with nuts and citrus, then drizzled with a sweet-tart poppy seed dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups torn romaine
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
10 pecan halves
1 tablespoon dried cranberries
POPPY SEED DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash onion powder
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Divide the romaine, oranges, pecans and cranberries between two salad plates. In a blender, combine the oil, honey, vinegar, mustard, salt and onion powder; cover and process until smooth. Stir in poppy seeds. Drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 26g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH SUGARED PECANS



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There are many versions of this salad out there but I couldn't find one exactly like mine here on 'Zaar so I thought I'd throw mine in the mix.

Provided by Krista Roes

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup pecans
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup sugared pecans
8 cups lettuce
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 cup sliced celery
canned mandarin oranges

Steps:

  • For sugared pecans: combine sugar, margarine, orange juice, cinnamon and red pepper and cook to boiling. Boil for 1 minute. Add pecans and coat well. Bake on cookie sheet at 200 degrees for one hour stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in air-tight container.
  • For dressing: combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • For salad: combine ingredients, adding pecans and oranges last. Add dressing and gently toss.
  • Preparation time does not include cooking pecans.

PECAN MANDARIN SALAD



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Pecans and canned mandarin oranges give this salad the color, crunch and sweetness needed to convince the children to eat their greens. Our young son, Cole, has more than enough energy to shake up the refreshing dressing for me.-Patricia Richrdson, Verona, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups torn romaine
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup sliced cucumber
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the romaine, oranges, cucumber and pecans. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the milk, sugar, vinegar and pepper; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

MANDARIN ORANGE AND PEAR SALAD WITH TOASTED PECAN VINAIGRETTE



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Found this recipe in a Paula Deen magazine and looks pretty and sounds good. Can't wait to try it out.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 cups mixed baby greens
6 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
2 pears, cored and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1/2 red onion, small and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine lettuces, oranges, pears and red onion.
  • For Dressing:.
  • In a medium bowl, combine dijon and honey. Slowly add olive oil, whisking to combine. Slowly add vinegar, whisking to combine. Stir in toasted pecans.
  • Drizzle salad with Toasted Pecan Vinaigrette, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.5, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 58.8, Carbohydrate 26.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 18.4, Protein 2.9

REFRESHING SIDE SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND MANDARIN ORANGES



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Add a touch of sweetness to your meal!

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Mixed Greens Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) package spring green salad mix
3 cups chopped fresh kale
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
¼ cup pecan halves, or to taste
1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste
¼ cup raspberry vinaigrette, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix salad mix, kale, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add mandarin oranges, strawberries, pecans, and poppy seeds. Top with raspberry vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

ORANGE PECAN SALAD



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There are endless ways to make a salad. I like to try something new every time-and I've found that this is one of my family's favorites! It's a light, refreshing salad with a nice, nutty crunch. -Cheryl Mutch, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 oranges, peeled and sectioned or 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 small bunch leaf lettuce, torn
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/2 cup peach yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Toss oranges, lettuce and pecans in a large salad bowl; set aside. Combine yogurt and mayonnaise; pour over salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN SALAD WITH MANDARIN ORANGES AND PECANS



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365 Ways to Cook Chicken. This is such an easy and adaptable recipe. Feel free to use canned chicken, arugula instead of the watercress. I added some leftover (plain) steamed green beans to the salad and that was good too. Grape tomatoes would be a nice adddition.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 cups cooked chicken
1 bunch watercress, stems removed
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 scallions, sliced
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325. Toast pecans for 10-15 minutes.
  • In a salad bowl, combine chicken, watercress, oranges, scallions and toasted pecans.
  • Drizzle on oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 349, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 3, Sugar 9, Protein 19.7

Tips:

  • Select the right oranges: For the best flavor and texture, choose firm, ripe mandarins or oranges that are heavy for their size. Avoid any fruit that is soft or blemished.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh herbs, such as mint or cilantro, can add a refreshing brightness to the salad. If you can't find fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less since they can be more potent.
  • Toast the pecans: Toasting the pecans brings out their nutty flavor and makes them more fragrant. You can toast them in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Make sure the dressing is well-balanced: The dressing for a mandarin orange salad should be light and flavorful, with a good balance of sweet, sour, and tangy. Use a combination of fresh orange juice, rice vinegar, honey, and olive oil to create a dressing that complements the salad.
  • Don't overcrowd the salad: When assembling the salad, be sure not to overcrowd it. The ingredients should be evenly distributed so that each bite has a good mix of flavors and textures.

Conclusion:

Mandarin orange salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet oranges, tangy dressing, and crunchy pecans, this salad is sure to be a hit. Whether you are serving it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to impress your guests.

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