Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the art of creating a refreshing and vibrant Romaine and Mandarin Orange Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing. This flavor-packed salad is a delightful combination of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, and a tangy poppy seed dressing that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch option or a colorful side dish to complement your main course, this recipe has all the right elements to impress.
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POPPY SEED MANDARIN SALAD
Dried cranberries add color and cashews bring fun crunch to this pretty salad. "It's great for a covered-dish dinner, but can also be served at luncheons with the girls," writes Darlene Hoffman of Augusta, Georgia. "I like to serve it with crusty rolls."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the salad mix, oranges, cashews, cheeses and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
ROMAINE AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
I always get rave reviews when I serve this simple salad with a zesty poppy seed dressing! I often don't use the full amount of dressing, as I prefer less.
Provided by Joni B.
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- Place vinegar, sugar, red onion, mustard powder, and salt into the bowl of a blender. Cover, and puree on high until smooth. Reduce blender speed to medium-low; slowly pour in the vegetable oil and blend until incorporated and the dressing is creamy. Stir in the poppy seeds and set aside.
- To serve, toss the romaine in a large bowl with the crumbled bacon, Mandarin oranges, and enough dressing to moisten. Place onto salad plates and sprinkle with toasted almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 341.6 mg, Sugar 31 g
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 :
SPINACH/ROMAINE SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING & MANDARIN OR
I have been experimenting with different types of salads and dressings and have developed this very tasty combination of greens and dressing.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Spinach
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- SALAD - Drain oranges, place into a bowl and set aside.
- Cube apples and place in a bowl.
- Pour lemon juice over; mix well to coat to prevent from turning brown and let marinate for about 1 hour or longer.
- Before using apples, drain any excess lemon juice.
- Prepare spinach and Romaine lettuce; dry on paper towels, and add to a large bowl.
- Add ice cubes and let chill for at least 1/2 hour to crisp.
- DRESSING - In a glass jar with lid, add orange juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, poppy seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; shake well to blend.
- TO SERVE - Remove ice from the greens and discard; drain any water.
- Add apples and pine nuts and toss to mix well.
- Add dressing mixture and toss to coat well.
- Arrange spinach on individual salad plates and top with 3 or 4 Mandarin orange segments.
- This dressing is also very good with young, mixed greens.
MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH WARM POPPY SEED DRESSING
Make and share this Mandarin Orange Salad With Warm Poppy Seed Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories Oranges
Time 11m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, toss together the salad ingredients.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
- Warm in the microwave for 1 minute.
- Pour desired amount of dressing over the salad.
- Toss to combine well and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.6, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 5.4, Sodium 610.4, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 36.1, Protein 5.9
ROMAINE AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
I always get rave reviews when I serve this simple salad with a zesty poppy seed dressing! I often don't use the full amount of dressing, as I prefer less.
Provided by Joni B
Categories Romaine Lettuce Salad
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- Place vinegar, sugar, red onion, mustard powder, and salt into the bowl of a blender. Cover, and puree on high until smooth. Reduce blender speed to medium-low; slowly pour in the vegetable oil and blend until incorporated and the dressing is creamy. Stir in the poppy seeds and set aside.
- To serve, toss the romaine in a large bowl with the crumbled bacon, Mandarin oranges, and enough dressing to moisten. Place onto salad plates and sprinkle with toasted almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 341.6 mg, Sugar 31 g
Tips:
- Choose crisp and fresh romaine lettuce for the best texture. - Use a variety of mandarin oranges for a more complex flavor. - If you don't have poppy seeds, you can substitute sesame seeds or chopped nuts. - For a sweeter salad, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to the dressing. - For a more savory salad, add a sprinkle of crumbled bacon or grated Parmesan cheese.Conclusion:
This romaine and mandarin orange salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bright flavors and crunchy texture, this salad is sure to be a hit. The poppy seed dressing adds a creamy and nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the oranges and the bitterness of the romaine. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights.
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