Best 11 Orange Lime Spinach Salad Recipes

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In the vibrant landscape of cooking, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, there stands a refreshing masterpiece—the orange lime spinach salad. This delightful dish tantalizes the palate with its symphony of sweet, tangy, and subtly bitter notes, creating a harmony that is both invigorating and satisfying. With the crunch of crisp spinach, the burst of juicy oranges, the zest of zesty limes, and the symphony of flavors brought by various ingredients, this salad is a culinary journey that will transport you to a realm of pure gastronomic bliss. The versatility of this salad makes it a perfect companion for any occasion, whether it's a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a refreshing snack. As you embark on this culinary escapade, be prepared to discover a recipe that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, leaving you craving more with every bite.

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ORANGE LIME SPINACH SALAD



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Lime lovers will really appreciate this snappy dressing. The touch of orange in this crisp salad adds a colorful bit of refreshment. What a great way to get a healthy vitamin A and C punch for the day. Edna Lee - Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. , In a large salad bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Just before serving, whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGE-CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 cup (scant) canola or vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 large bunches, flat leaf spinach, washed, dried and stems removed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, oil, cilantro and salt and pepper. Dress spinach leaves and serve immediately.

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices prosciutto
2 oranges, zested
2 small oranges, juiced or 1 large orange, juiced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, peeled
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 to 12 ounces pre-washed spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the prosciutto slices on a baking sheet and bake until just crisp, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Crumble the prosciutto slices into a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • In a blender, combine the orange zest, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. With the blender running, add the olive oil in a steady stream until combined. Transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, put the spinach in a large bowl. Toss with enough of the vinaigrette to coat the spinach. Sprinkle with the crisp prosciutto crumbles, toss again, and serve.

SPINACH-ORANGE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Orange     Avocado     Spinach     Healthy     Jícama     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 cup olive oil
2 6-ounce packages baby spinach
4 oranges, peel and white pith removed, quartered, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 cups matchstick-size strips peeled jicama
1 avocado, peeled, seeded, cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk fresh orange juice, Sherry wine vinegar, honey, fresh lime juice and chili powder in large bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in another large bowl. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat lightly.

ORANGE SPINACH SALAD



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The combination of mustard-onion dressing with juicy oranges, cheese and crunchy sweet almonds is a joy for every taste bud! We eat this salad several times a week. -Jenn Rytting, West Jordan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 bunch romaine, torn
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 medium red onion, sliced
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
POPPY SEED DRESSING:
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt sugar over low heat. Add almonds and stir to coat. Cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Spread onto a greased sheet of foil; break apart if necessary., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, mushrooms, cheese, red onion, bacon and oranges. , For dressing, in a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. , Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sugared almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

SPINACH ORANGE SALAD



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Spinach, orange, and bacon star in this colorful fresh salad.

Provided by LaurasFaves

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon
2 oranges, peeled
1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup pine nuts
⅓ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces.
  • Separate oranges into individual wedges. Cut each wedge into thirds.
  • Combine bacon, oranges, spinach, red onion, and pine nuts in a large bowl; toss lightly.
  • Whisk oil, orange juice, vinegar, and salt together in a small bowl to make dressing.
  • Drizzle some dressing over the spinach mixture; toss to coat. Serve remaining dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

SPINACH AND ORANGE SALAD



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This is a very simple salad that is great all year long, especially in winter when citrus fruits are in season. If you just want an quick salad, look no further. Source: Southern Living, January 1986.

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 lb fresh spinach, torn into bite-size pieces
3 medium oranges, peeled, sectioned, and seeded
1 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/4-1/3 cup French dressing (try one from this site)

Steps:

  • Wash spinach thoroughly and allow to dry (use a salad spinner, if you have one).
  • Combine spinach, orange sections, and sliced onion in a large salad bowl, tossing well.
  • Drizzle dressing over spinach mixture; toss gently.

ORANGE SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces fresh spinach, washed, drained, stems removed
4 medium mushrooms
4 water chestnuts, diced
1 orange, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon salad oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons orange juice
3/4 teaspooon soy sauce Scant
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Tear spinach coarsely and place in large bowl.
  • Wash mushrooms and trim stem ends. Slice mushrooms. Add them with the water chestnuts and the orange to the spinach.
  • Whisk remaining ingredients together and toss with salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 132, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 147 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPINACH, AVOCADO AND ORANGE SALAD



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups young spinach leaves
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 tablespoon sweet mustard
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large navel oranges
1 medium-size ripe avocado
1/2 Vidalia or other sweet onion, sliced thin

Steps:

  • If the spinach is not sold rinsed and dried, rinse it well and dry it. And if the spinach is not very young, with small leaves, remove the stems. Put the spinach in a bowl.
  • Beat the lime juice and mustard together. Beat in the oil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Peel the oranges and, using a sharp knife, cut away all the white pith. Divide into segments and put in a bowl.
  • Cut the avocado into quarters and remove the pit. Cut the flesh from the skin and slice it. Add the slices to the bowl with the orange segments. Add the onion slices and toss with half the dressing.
  • To serve, toss the spinach with the remaining dressing. Arrange the oranges, avocado and onion on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 363 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGES AND ALMONDS



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Categories     Salad     No-Cook     Kentucky Derby     Orange     Almond     Spinach     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 green onions, minced
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
4 oranges
1 1/2 6-ounce packages baby spinach
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk first 7 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Working over medium bowl, cut between membranes to release segments. (Dressing and oranges can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Rewhisk dressing before using.)
  • Combine spinach, half of almonds, and all orange segments in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide among 6 plates. Sprinkle with almonds.

ORANGE AND LIME MARGARITA



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This margarita, made with freshly squeezed orange juice, lime juice, and agave for a natural sweetener, is light, refreshing, and not too sweet. Salt or sugar rim optional.

Provided by CookingWithShelia

Categories     Margaritas

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ounce tequila
1 tablespoon agave syrup
ice as needed
orange twist

Steps:

  • Pour orange juice, lime juice, tequila, and agave syrup into a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake well. Strain into a margarita glass and serve with an orange twist.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 0.7 mg

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Try to use organic produce whenever possible.
  • Don't Overdress the Salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing can make the salad soggy and bland.
  • Use a Variety of Textures: Incorporate a variety of textures into your salad, such as crunchy nuts, creamy avocado, and crisp apples.
  • Balance the Flavors: Make sure the flavors in your salad are balanced. A good salad should have a combination of sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors.
  • Serve the Salad Immediately: Salad is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to make the salad ahead of time, store the dressing separately and add it just before serving.

Conclusion:

The orange lime spinach salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its bright citrus flavors and crunchy texture, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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