Let's embark on a culinary adventure and delve into the world of flavors with "March Forth Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Vinaigrette." This delightful salad is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a medley of fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and juicy oranges, all harmoniously combined with a tangy and aromatic orange poppy seed dressing. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this vibrant and refreshing salad, perfect for a light lunch or a healthy side dish. Its vibrant colors, unique textures, and burst of flavors will transform your meal into a memorable dining experience.
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ORANGE POPPY SEED SALAD
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
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 :
ORANGE-POPPY SEED DRESSING
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
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
POPPY SEED SALAD
Mandarin oranges add the color and the dressing adds the zing to this mixture of greens. You can use spinach or iceberg lettuce in place of romaine, or use a combination of any of them.
Provided by Rhonda
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix lettuce, oranges, green onions, and almonds in a large mixing bowl.
- Blend sugar, vinegar, salt, and mustard in a blender. Stream oil into the dressing while blending. Continue to blend until the dressing emulsifies. Add poppy seeds and blend briefly to mix. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 894.2 mg, Sugar 35.3 g
Tips:
- For the ultimate fresh salad, use crisp and colorful spring vegetables like carrots, radishes, and cucumbers.
- Choose a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the vinaigrette. This will give the dressing a rich, flavorful base.
- Use a light hand when adding salt and pepper to the dressing. You can always add more to taste, but it's difficult to remove them once they're added.
- If you don't have orange juice on hand, you can substitute another citrus juice, such as lemon or grapefruit.
- Make sure to toast the poppy seeds before adding them to the dressing. This will bring out their nutty flavor and make them more fragrant.
- For a vegan version of the dressing, use a plant-based milk instead of buttermilk.
- Serve the salad immediately after assembling it. This will prevent the vegetables from wilting.
Conclusion:
March Forth Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for spring. The combination of crisp vegetables, sweet citrus, and nutty poppy seeds is both flavorful and visually appealing. This salad is also incredibly easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give March Forth Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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