Best 6 Mandarin Orange Salad With Warm Poppy Seed Dressing Recipes

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Mandarin orange salad with warm poppy seed dressing is a refreshing and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tangy flavor of the oranges pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the poppy seeds dressing, and the combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at your table. This salad is also incredibly easy to make, and it can be ready in just a few minutes. So if you are looking for a quick and easy way to impress your friends and family, this is the recipe for you.

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ROMAINE AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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I always get rave reviews when I serve this simple salad with a zesty poppy seed dressing! I often don't use the full amount of dressing, as I prefer less.

Provided by Joni B.

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
¾ cup white sugar
½ red onion, coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
10 cups torn romaine lettuce leaves
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
¼ cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Place vinegar, sugar, red onion, mustard powder, and salt into the bowl of a blender. Cover, and puree on high until smooth. Reduce blender speed to medium-low; slowly pour in the vegetable oil and blend until incorporated and the dressing is creamy. Stir in the poppy seeds and set aside.
  • To serve, toss the romaine in a large bowl with the crumbled bacon, Mandarin oranges, and enough dressing to moisten. Place onto salad plates and sprinkle with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 341.6 mg, Sugar 31 g

MANDARIN ORANGE & POPPYSEED SALAD



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This is my all-time favorite salad. I got this recipe from a family friend. My friends' children say it tastes more like candy than an actual salad. My sister-in-law hates salads, but loves this one!!

Provided by elliej18

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bunches green leaf lettuce, rinsed, dried and ripped into pieces
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (3 ounce) can rice noodles (like La Choy)
3 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon Aunt Jane's Krazy Mixed Up Salt

Steps:

  • Make or buy candied almonds.
  • To make candied almonds, melt butter in a small frying pan over medium-low heat.
  • Add almonds and sugar, cooking until golden brown.
  • Remove from heat, transfer to a different dish to cool. As almonds are cooling, continuously separate using a fork or another utensil (if you don't, the almonds will be stuck together and will be hard to separate once cool).
  • To make dressing, mix/shake all dressing ingredients together in a salad dressing cruet, or another tightly sealed container.
  • Rinse and dry lettuce leaves. Rip into bite-sized pieces.
  • Mix together lettuce, green onions, rice noodles, cooled candied almonds, and mandarin oranges.
  • Before serving, pour dressing over lettuce and mix using salad tongs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.1, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 17.6, Protein 5.7

ORANGE-POPPY SEED DRESSING



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A versatile salad dressing that has the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Store any extra dressing in a sealed jar in the fridge for a week.

Provided by A Day In the Kitchen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Fruit Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Combine orange juice, oil, honey, vinegar, and salt in a measuring cup or bowl. Whisk together until blended. Add poppy seeds and whisk to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 20.2 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

ORANGE POPPY SEED SALAD



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In our area, olives, walnuts, pomegranates and oranges are grown locally, and I love using them in recipes. I include all four ingredients in a simple but refreshing romanine salad. -Faith Sommers, Bangor, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2/3 cup canola or olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and walnuts. Place oil, sugar, vinegar, poppy seeds, salt and mustard in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour desired amount over romaine mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. Refrigerate remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

POPPY SEED MANDARIN SALAD



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Dried cranberries add color and cashews bring fun crunch to this pretty salad. "It's great for a covered-dish dinner, but can also be served at luncheons with the girls," writes Darlene Hoffman of Augusta, Georgia. "I like to serve it with crusty rolls."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup lightly salted cashews
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup shredded smoked Swiss cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad mix, oranges, cashews, cheeses and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

NUTTY MANDARIN SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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Make and share this Nutty Mandarin Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by princesskim

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 heads romaine lettuce or 2 heads butter lettuce
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 small red onion, sliced
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mustard
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • For the salad: Chop lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  • Top lettuce with drained mandarin oranges and toasted slivered almonds.
  • Slice red onion and add to salad.
  • Toss everything together.
  • For dressing: Mix together sugar, red wine vinegar, mustard, poppy seeds, and salt. Once all other ingredients are mixed together, add the oil and mix well.
  • Serve salad and dressing separately to avoid a soggy, wilted result.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 433.9, Carbohydrate 33.8, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 25.8, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • Select seedless mandarin oranges for a more enjoyable eating experience.
  • If using fresh oranges, remove the zest before segmenting to enhance the flavor of the dressing.
  • For a sweeter salad, use a mixture of mandarin oranges and blood oranges.
  • Feel free to add other fruits to the salad, such as grapefruit, avocado, or pomegranate seeds.
  • Top the salad with chopped nuts, such as almonds or pistachios, for added crunch and flavor.
  • If you don't have poppy seeds, you can substitute sesame seeds or sunflower seeds.
  • For a vegan version of the dressing, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Mandarin Orange Salad with Warm Poppy Seed Dressing is a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tangy oranges are complemented by the creamy poppy seed dressing, and the salad is finished with a sprinkle of fresh mint for a pop of flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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