Best 11 Pecan Mandarin Tossed Salad Recipes

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Are you seeking a delectable and refreshing salad recipe that combines the nutty goodness of pecans with the tangy sweetness of mandarin oranges? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the culinary journey of creating a vibrant and flavorful pecan mandarin tossed salad. From selecting the freshest ingredients to tossing them together with a zesty dressing, we'll provide you with all the necessary steps and tips to craft this delightful salad that's perfect for light lunches, summer gatherings, or as a side dish for your favorite main courses. Get ready to embark on a tasty adventure as we explore the best recipe for pecan mandarin tossed salad!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



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This unique medley with its light dressing is probably my most requested recipe. I often double it and serve it at fancy parties in a clear glass bowl...it's beautiful.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

9 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 teaspoons unsalted sunflower kernels
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, gently toss greens, oranges, onions and sunflower kernels. In a measuring cup, combine the dressing ingredients. Add water to measure 1 cup. Pour into a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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 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.

PECAN-MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



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I enjoy making this fruity, crunchy salad for special events and holiday dinners. Because of its mouthwatering blend of flavors and textures, I've been asked to bring the salad for the past 25 years!-Linda Curtis, Ripon, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 22 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

4-1/2 teaspoons butter
2 cups pecan halves
2 tablespoons sugar
2 bunches romaine, torn
3 cups seedless red grapes
2 cups mandarin oranges, drained
4 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
DRESSING:
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans and cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. , In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, grapes, oranges, celery and green onions., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Add pecans; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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

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.

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.

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

STRAWBERRY ORANGE PECAN TOSSED SALAD



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With juicy strawberries, tangy mandarin oranges and crunchy pecans, this refreshing salad has plenty of appeal. The oil-and-vinegar dressing lends a lovely sheen to the tossed ingredients, making this salad an attractive addition to a festive menu. -Denise Bitner Reedsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash hot pepper sauce
SALAD:
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups torn fresh spinach
4 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, parsley, salt and pepper sauce until blended. Cover and refrigerate., In a large heavy skillet, melt sugar over medium-low heat without stirring until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Add pecans and butter; stir constantly until butter is melted and pecans are coated. Remove from the heat. Pour onto a foil-lined baking sheet; cool completely. Break pecans apart if necessary., In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine, oranges, celery, strawberries and onions. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with sugared pecans.

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

AVOCADO MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



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Crunchy toasted pecans and slices of creamy avocado and crisp salad greens. A lovely complement to pork.

Provided by Hag chef

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can mandarin orange, drained
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup pecans, toasted and coarsley chopped
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups salad greens, torn
1 avocado, ripe,peeled and sliced
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing, prepared

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the oranges, onions, pecans and pepper, refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Just before serving, place the greens in a salad bowl; top with orange mixture and avocado slices.
  • Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.8, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 88.3, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh mandarin oranges. If you can't find fresh mandarins, you can use canned mandarin oranges, but be sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad.
  • To make the dressing, you can use either rice vinegar or white vinegar. If you use rice vinegar, the dressing will have a slightly sweeter flavor.
  • If you don't have any roasted pecans on hand, you can easily make your own. Simply spread pecan halves on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fragrant and golden brown.
  • This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. If you don't have any leftovers, you can cook some chicken or tofu specifically for this salad.
  • To make this salad a little more filling, you can add some cooked quinoa or brown rice.

Conclusion:

This pecan mandarin tossed salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this pecan mandarin tossed salad a try!

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