Best 10 Spinach Salad With Mandarin Poppy Seed Dressing Recipes

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Spinach salad with mandarin poppy seed dressing is a delightful dish that combines fresh, crisp spinach with the sweet and tangy flavors of mandarin oranges and poppy seeds. This refreshing salad is a great choice for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish for grilled meats or fish. The dressing, made with fresh mandarin orange juice, honey, poppy seeds, and a touch of olive oil, adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the salad, while the mandarin oranges and sunflower seeds provide sweetness and crunch. Whether you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad to enjoy on its own or as part of a larger meal, spinach salad with mandarin poppy seed dressing is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN POMEGRANATE SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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A festive colorful fruit filled salad that's perfect for holidays and parties! Spinach is layered oranges, pomegranate arils, avocado and topped with a creamy poppy seed dressing.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 oz baby spinach
3 mandarin oranges (10 oz), (peeled and segmented)
3/4 cup pomegranate arils*
1 medium avocado, (diced)
1/4 cup sliced almonds, (toasted)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup light mayonnaise ((tested with Hellman's light))
1 1/2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp poppy seeds
1 Tbsp milk, (if needed)

Steps:

  • For the dressing: In a small mixing bowl whisk together vinegar, sugar and salt until sugar and salt have dissolved.
  • Add mayonnaise, honey and poppy seeds and whisk until combined. Mix in milk to thin if desired. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • For the salad: In a salad bowl layer spinach, mandarine oranges, pomegranate arils, avocado, almonds and walnuts.
  • Pour desired amount of dressing over top (or alternately just dress each serving). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 316 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 23 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH MANDARIN POPPY SEED SALAD



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Provided by Kirsten

Time 10m

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 oz bag spinach (washed)
11 oz can mandarin oranges (drained)
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ((more if desired))
1/4 cup bacon bits (I use Oscar Mayer real bacon bits)
1/2 cup candied almond slivers (recipe link above)
1/2 cup poppy seed dressing (I love Brianna's Poppy Seed Dressing)

Steps:

  • Make your candied almond slivers. Make sure they have at least 30 minutes to cool. I usually do mine the night before.
  • Put your washed spinach in large bowl. Sprinkle the cheese, bacon bits, and candied almond slivers over the top. Drain the mandarin oranges and place on top. Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over salad - as much as you would like and toss with salad tongs. Serve with your favorite main dish and enjoy!

SPINACH SALAD WITH MANDARIN POPPY SEED DRESSING



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If you've never tasted toasted pine nuts before, then this recipe will make you a fan! (They can easily be found in any bulk food store). This is the recipe that also started my love affair with balsamic vinegar, all the different flavors blend marvelously well in this awesome salad!

Provided by MMers

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
1 granny smith apple
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, trimmed washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons liquid honey
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts in a small frying pan and toast on medium heat until golden, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Cool and set aside.
  • Core apple and cut into 1/2 inch chunks.
  • Coat in lemon juice as you cut it up to prevent browning.
  • Set aside.
  • To prepare dressing: In large bowl, whisk together orange juice, balsamic vinegar, oil, honey, poppy seeds, mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Add spinach and toss to coat well.
  • Arrange spinach in individual salad bowls and top with apple chunks, drained mandarin orange segments, and toasted pine nuts.

SPINACH MANDARIN POPPY SEED SALAD RECIPE



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces baby spinach
1/2 head Romaine lettuce (chopped)
1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 avocado (diced)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (12 ounce) package bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 (15 ounce) can Mandarin oranges (drained)
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon mustard
1 green onion (diced)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
  • When ready to serve, toss salad with desired amount of salad dressing and serve immediately.
  • If you anticipate leftovers, dress salads individually to avoid wilting.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1453 kcal, Fat 50 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 3082 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 37 mg

MANDARIN SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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Uses avocado, bacon and onion as well. This salad gives a lot of flavor for an easy effort. When serving this I get all the ingredients ready ahead of time, keeping them separate. Then toss everything together just before serving.

Provided by sugarpea

Categories     Oranges

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
2/3 teaspoon dry mustard
2/3 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 lb spinach
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 lb bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1 medium avocado, sliced
1/4 medium red onions, cut into rings or 3 green onions

Steps:

  • Dressing: Combine all ingredients and whisk to emulsify.
  • Salad: Combine all ingredients, drizzle with dressing, toss and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.2, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 12.9, Sodium 480.3, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 9.3, Protein 5.9

SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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This salad has been a family favorite for a while! I love to bring this to parties or simply eat as a wonderful lunch or side dish. -Nikki Barton, Providence, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings (1 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups fresh baby spinach
4 cups torn iceberg lettuce
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
DRESSING:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine spinach, lettuce, mushrooms and bacon. Place vinegar, onion, sugar, salt and mustard in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a bowl; stir in poppy seeds., Divide salad among 6 plates; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 557mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

POPPY SEED MANDARIN SALAD



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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

1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup lightly salted cashews
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup shredded smoked Swiss cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing

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.

EVERYONE'S FAVORITE SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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This recipe quickly becomes the favorite of pretty much everyone that tries it. It's so tasty, it's easy to make, and the ingredients are interchangeable! You can use the dressing immediately or make it in advance and store in refrigerator up to a couple of days. I have substituted pears and mandarin oranges for the strawberries and feta instead of blue cheese. Be creative! YUM!

Provided by GOHIPP

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup white vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
2 teaspoons finely minced onion
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries, or as needed
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled blue cheese, or as needed
½ cup roasted pecan halves, or as needed

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, vegetable oil, sugar, poppy seeds, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika together in a bowl until sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Layer spinach, strawberries, blue cheese, and pecans in individual bowls; drizzle dressing generously over each salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 21.2 mg, Fat 46.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 458.1 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

SPINACH STRAWBERRY SALAD



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This Strawberry Spinach Salad with pecans, mandarin oranges and poppy seed dressing has become our favorite quick salad! Add chicken to make it a main dish or serve it as a side dish at your next meal!

Provided by Janelle

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can of mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups package of strawberries, rinsed, hulled & sliced
1 (10 ounce) Bag of Spinach
1 cup Candied Pecans
Chicken
Blue Cheese, optional
Gorgonzola Cheese, optional
Poppy Seed Dressing

Steps:

  • If making a large salad, I suggest doing layers. For individual salads, no need for layers.
  • Place 1/2 spinach in large salad bowl.
  • Top with 1/2 of the strawberries, 1/2 of the oranges and half of the pecans.
  • Add second layer of spinach and top with remaining strawberries, oranges and pecans.
  • Serve with poppy seed dressing or balsamic dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 101 grams sodium, Sugar 16 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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A colorful mix of baby greens, mandarin oranges, and almonds is topped with a sweet and tangy poppy seed dressing.

Provided by Siobhan

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip®)
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
4 cups baby spinach
4 cups mixed salad greens
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Make the poppy seed dressing by whisking together the creamy salad dressing, vinegar, sugar, and poppy seeds; set aside. Arrange the spinach leaves, mixed salad greens, oranges, onion, and almonds onto individual salad plates. Drizzle with poppy seed dressing to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 293.4 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use ripe mandarins. If your mandarins are tart, you may want to add a bit more sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • To make the dressing ahead of time, simply whisk all of the ingredients together and store in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • If you don't have any poppy seeds, you can substitute sesame seeds or sunflower seeds.
  • To make a vegan version of this salad, simply omit the cheese.
  • For a more filling salad, add some cooked chicken, tofu, or beans.

Conclusion:

This spinach salad with mandarin poppy seed dressing is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh spinach. The dressing is light and tangy, with a hint of sweetness from the mandarins. The poppy seeds add a nice crunch and texture to the salad. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish.

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