Best 2 Mandarin Orange Shrimp Salad Recipes

If you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, look no further than a mandarin orange shrimp salad. This dish combines the sweetness of mandarin oranges, the briny flavor of shrimp, and the crunch of fresh vegetables for a delightful and satisfying meal. With endless variations and dressing options, this salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. So, let's dive into the world of mandarin orange shrimp salad and explore the tantalizing flavors and textures that await you.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN ORANGE SHRIMP SALAD

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This wonderful tossed salad is great for a special salad or even a main course. It's one of my most requested recipes. Omit or increase ingredients to suit your taste. Serves 8 as salad, 4-6 as main dish.

Provided by kmalavey

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup salad oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, cut in bite-sized pieces
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 lb fresh shrimp
2 ripe avocados, chopped
1 red onion, sliced into thin rings
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

Mix dressing ingredients and let sit over night or at least 3 hours in refrigerator.
Toast almonds and sesame seeds in frying pan.
Chop salad into bite-size pieces.
Slice onion into thin rings.
Cut avocado into 1/2 inch cubes.
Sprinkle lemon juice on avocado if not serving immediately.
Combine all salad ingredients including drained oranges and shrimp.
Toss, dress and serve.

TANTALIZING MANDARIN ORANGE SHRIMP SALAD

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This salad is a real crowd pleaser or just right for your family dinner or picnic. I triple this recipe for our church functions. It is always the first salad to go. It's often requested by many. I have made this salad with the poppy seed dressing for over 30 years. The photo(s) are mine.

Provided by Dee *

Categories Lettuce Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 heads romain lettuce cleaned and dried
2 15oz can(s) mandarin oranges drained
1/8-1/4 red onion sliced into rings for garnish
1/2-1 lb jumbo shrimp-i use 1 12oz bag 26-30 count
2 3oz bag(s) slivered almonds toasted till golden brown
1-2 avocados-i use haas avocados they have a rich buttery taste
SEE MY RECIPE FOR DEE'S TANTALIZING POPPYSEED DRESSING BELOW
3/4 c white sugar
1 tsp dry mustard
1 tsp salt
1/3 c wine vinegar
1 Tbsp red onion juice and pulp-grated and on fine side of grater. the grated onion really pops the taste of this dressing
1 c salad oil
11/2 tsp poppy seeds

Steps:

1. Toss all ingredients except for sliced red onions.
2. Mix all ingredients for poppy seed dressing in blender. Then pour amount you would like on salad and toss again. This poppy seed recipe makes enough for when I triple the recipe to make for church.
3. Put slices of red onion on top for garnish.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, juicy oranges. Mandarin oranges are the traditional choice, but you can also use blood oranges, Cara Cara oranges, or any other sweet orange variety.
If you don't have any fresh oranges on hand, you can use canned mandarin oranges. Just be sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad.
To make the salad ahead of time, simply prepare the shrimp and dressing and store them separately in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, combine the shrimp, oranges, and dressing and toss to coat.
This salad is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. If you have any cooked shrimp on hand, simply add it to the salad instead of cooking new shrimp.
For a more flavorful salad, try grilling or roasting the shrimp before adding it to the salad.

Conclusion:

Mandarin orange shrimp salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tangy, or spicy, this salad is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad to enjoy, give mandarin orange shrimp salad a try.