Best 9 Romaine Pecan Orange Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and refreshing salad recipe that perfectly blends the crunchiness of romaine lettuce, the toasty sweetness of pecans, and the vibrant tang of oranges? Look no further! This article will guide you through the steps of creating an irresistible romaine pecan orange salad that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your family and friends. With its vibrant colors and enticing flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a light and healthy lunch option.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD



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Romaine lettuce and orange slices are tossed with a light honey vinaigrette.

Provided by Justin Shepheard

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup red wine vinegar
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3 oranges, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, pepper and green onion. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend.
  • Place the romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with dressing and toss to coat. Add orange slices and toss gently. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 149.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

ROMAINE AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



Romaine and Mandarin Orange Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing image

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

6 slices bacon
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
¾ cup white sugar
½ red onion, coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
10 cups torn romaine lettuce leaves
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
¼ cup toasted slivered almonds

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 PECAN SALAD



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There are endless ways to make a salad. I like to try something new every time-and I've found that this is one of my family's favorites! It's a light, refreshing salad with a nice, nutty crunch. -Cheryl Mutch, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 oranges, peeled and sectioned or 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 small bunch leaf lettuce, torn
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/2 cup peach yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Toss oranges, lettuce and pecans in a large salad bowl; set aside. Combine yogurt and mayonnaise; pour over salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

ROMAINE & ORANGE SALAD WITH LIME DRESSING



Romaine & Orange Salad with Lime Dressing image

Three ingredients plus a dressing equals a quick salad for special occasions. I first had it at a friend's wedding, and it's become a family favorite. - Linda Pallotto, Mantua, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon grated lime zest
6 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. In a large bowl, combine romaine and onion. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with mandarin oranges. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROMAINE WITH ORANGES AND PECANS



Romaine With Oranges and Pecans image

I was very suprized not to fine this recipe on Zaar. This makes such a great salad that everyone will love. So easy to put together, and tastes amazing. Enjoy

Provided by Purdy Good Cook

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 8 8, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 heads romaine lettuce (washed and tear into bit size pieces)
1 cup pecan halves (toasted)
1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 small red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place lettuce, pecans and oranges in salad bowl.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until well mixed.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate until ready to toss with salad.
  • Use extra dressing for dip with fresh fruit!

ROMAINE PECAN ORANGE SALAD



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Categories     Citrus     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 head of romaine lettuce 2 oranges, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup pecan halves 3/4 cup ginger sesame dressing
1 small onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Wash the lettuce, drain and separate into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl with the pecans, onion and oranges. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss and serve.

ROMAINE-ORANGE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Whisk 1/3 cup orange juice, the juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon orange zest and a pinch each of cinnamon and salt in a bowl. Toss with 3 sliced romaine lettuce hearts, 1 bunch sliced radishes and 4 segmented oranges; drizzle with olive oil.

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.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH ORANGE, FETA & BEANS RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Romaine Salad with Orange, Feta & Beans Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-25010

Number Of Ingredients 17

Orange-Oregano Dressing
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 cup orange juice, preferably freshly squeezed
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Salad
1 orange
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup sliced radishes
1 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed
1 scallion, sliced
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1/4 cup Orange-Oregano Dressing

Steps:

  • 1.To prepare dressing: Place orange zest, orange juice, vinegar, oil, oregano, mustard, salt and pepper in a jar. Cover and shake to combine. 2.To prepare salad: Slice both ends off orange. With a sharp knife, remove the peel and white pith; discard. Working over a large bowl, cut the segments from their surrounding membrane. Squeeze the juice into the bowl before discarding the membrane, if desired. Add lettuce, radishes, beans, scallion, feta and dressing; toss to coat. (Refrigerate the extra dressing for up to 1 week.) Nutrition Per serving : 235 Calories; 5 g Fat; 2 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 5 mg Cholesterol; 37 g Carbohydrates; 13 g Protein; 14 g Fiber; 708 mg Sodium; 992 mg Potassium 1 1/2 Carbohydrate Serving Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit, 2 vegetables, 1 lean meat, 1 fat Tips & Notes •Make Ahead Tip: The recipe makes 1 cup dressing (Step 1); cover and refrigerate extra dressing for up to 1 week.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp romaine lettuce for the best flavor and texture.
  • Toast the pecans in a single layer in a preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly browned.
  • Use a microplane zester to finely grate the orange zest. This will release the most flavor.
  • Whisk the dressing ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Toss the salad gently to coat the lettuce leaves with the dressing. Be careful not to overdress the salad, or it will become soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. If chilling, bring the salad to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

This romaine pecan orange salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish or light lunch. The combination of sweet oranges, crunchy pecans, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it's packed with nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try.

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