Best 3 Recipe Mandarin Orange Salad Recipes

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Looking for a delightful and refreshing salad that combines the sweetness and tanginess of mandarin oranges with a variety of colorful ingredients? This article will guide you through the best recipes for Mandarin Orange Salad, a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and add a pop of flavor to any occasion. From classic combinations to unique twists, explore a range of recipes that showcase the versatility of this citrusy fruit, and prepare to impress your family and friends with this vibrant and flavorful salad.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN ORANGE PRETZEL SALAD RECIPE



Mandarin Orange Pretzel Salad Recipe image

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups pretzels sticks (broken into fourths)
1/2 cup butter (melted)
3 Tablespoons sugar
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package Cool-Whip (non-dairy whipped topping)
1 cup sugar
1 (6 ounce) box orange Jell-o
2 cups boiling water
4 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges (drained)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • For the first layer, combine broken pretzels, melted butter and sugar. Stir together until well blended. Press in 9 x 13 inch baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 7 minutes. Cool completely.
  • For the second layer, beat sugar and cream cheese together until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Spread cream mixture over pretzel layer (be sure to seal the cream cheese layer against the sides of the pan so that the jello mixture will not be able to leak through when added).
  • For the Jell-o layer, mix orange Jell-o and boiling water together until Jello is completely dissolved. Add mandarin oranges and let cool until slightly set.
  • Pour Jell-o over cream cheese layer and refrigerate until firm.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving

MANDARIN ORANGE COOKIE DESSERT SALAD RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Mandarin Orange Cookie Dessert Salad Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by รก-46561

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (3.4 ounce) packages vanilla instant pudding
2 cups buttermilk*
2 (8 ounce) containers Cool-Whip non-dairy frozen whipped topping
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained well
2 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained well
3/4 (11.5 ounce) package fudge-striped cookies (I used Keebler brand)
I have substituted milk before and I think it still tastes delicious

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the dry pudding mixes and buttermilk. Fold in the Cool-Whip. Stir in the pineapple and mandarin oranges until incorporated. Break cookies into bite-size pieces and gently fold into salad mixture. Serve immediately. If you want to make this ahead of time, just wait to add the cookie pieces until right before you serve it because the cookies tend to go soggy, unless you like them that way!

MANDARIN ORANGE & ALMOND SALAD RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Mandarin Orange & Almond Salad Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by Stacy_K

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups spinach
2 cups arugula
1 can mandarin oranges (drained but reserve the juice for dressing)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1-2 t. olive oil
1 t. sea salt
1 t. cracked pepper
3 T. olive oil
2 T. juice from mandarin oranges
1 T. champagne vinegar
pinch of sea salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix greens together. Mix 1 t. of olive oil with almonds then sprinkle with 1 t. sea salt and 1 t. cracked pepper. Whisk 3 T. olive oil, mandarin orange juice champagne vinegar, and pinch of salt and pepper. Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 350F. Cook them for about 7-10 minutes. Check them often and stir and flip the nuts at the half way mark on time, to make sure that all nuts are heating evenly. Toss the greens with the dressing then top with the oranges and almonds.

Tips:

  • Choose seedless mandarins: This will make it easier to enjoy your salad without having to worry about spitting out seeds.
  • Use a variety of greens: This will add different textures and flavors to your salad. Good options include romaine lettuce, arugula, spinach, and kale.
  • Add some protein: To make your salad more filling, add some protein such as grilled shrimp, tofu, or quinoa.
  • Don't forget the dressing: A simple vinaigrette or citrus dressing is a great way to add flavor to your salad.
  • Garnish with nuts and seeds: This will add a nice crunchy texture to your salad. Good options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, and sunflower seeds.

Conclusion:

Mandarin orange salad is a refreshing and delicious 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 healthy and flavorful salad, give mandarin orange salad a try.

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