Best 11 Strawberry And Mandarin Salad Recipes

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Strawberry and mandarin salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet strawberries and juicy mandarins creates a delightful taste experience, while the addition of fresh mint and a tangy dressing adds complexity and depth. This salad is not only delicious, but also incredibly easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy strawberry and mandarin salad that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY AND MANDARIN SALAD



Strawberry and Mandarin Salad image

This is a fresh summer-time salad that is inexpensive and easy to make. This salad can be made up the day before and is always a crowd pleaser.

Provided by Jenn

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons white sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
hot sauce
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) bag spring mix lettuce
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped red onion
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Stir the almonds and 3 tablespoons sugar together in the skillet; cook until the sugar has melted and coats the almonds; 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
  • Whisk the vegetable oil, vinegar, hot sauce, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Toss the spring mix, oranges, strawberries, celery, onion, and parsley together in a large mixing bowl; drizzle the vegetable oil mixture over the lettuce mixture and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

EASY STRAWBERRY-MANDARIN ASIAN SALAD



Easy Strawberry-Mandarin Asian Salad image

I whipped up this salad when I was making dinner for a date and it got rave reviews! Also works great as a main dish when you add grilled chicken.

Provided by WindyCityHealthyChef

Categories     Strawberry

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup strawberry, sliced
1 cup mandarin orange, drained
3/4 cup chow mein noodles
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/2 cup light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • Combine all in a large salad bowl and mix well to coat salad with dressing. Voila!
  • Would be good with probably most viniagrettes but personally I make mine with Newman's Low-Fat Sesame Ginger Dressing! It really adds an asian twist and is relatively healthy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 29.4, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 2.2

REFRESHING SIDE SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND MANDARIN ORANGES



Refreshing Side Salad with Strawberries and Mandarin Oranges image

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

SPINACH, STRAWBERRY, MANDARIN SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



Spinach, Strawberry, Mandarin Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing image

This is a wonderful and refreshing salad that I got from Best of Bridge. I played around with it a bit and added a few other fresh fruits to it. This is yummy and great to offset a very rich main dish, such as my Death to Dieter's Lasagna.

Provided by Cathy17

Categories     Strawberry

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch fresh spinach
2 pints sliced fresh strawberries, cut into thirds
1 (4 ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained, reserving 2 tsp of the juice for the dressing
1 fresh kiwi, sliced in quarters
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons minced onions

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients, mix well and refrigerate.
  • Make well ahead to allow flavors to blend.
  • Taste dressing and adjust sugar/vinegar for your sweet/tart taste preferences.
  • Tear fresh spinach into bite sized pieces, wash and pat dry.
  • Wash strawberries, drain, pat dry and cut in thirds.
  • Shake dressing container well and toss with spinach, strawberries, kiwi and mandarin orange sections just before serving, otherwise the spinach will wilt.
  • This makes a wonderfully tart, slightly sweet and very colorful salad!

STRAWBERRY-ORANGE PASTA SALAD



Strawberry-Orange Pasta Salad image

Creamy poppyseed dressing, mandarin oranges and fresh strawberries make for a refreshing twist on pasta salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Special Occasion Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups farfalle (bow-tie pasta), uncooked
1/3 cup KRAFT Creamy Poppyseed Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
4 green onions, sliced
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain. Cool.
  • Mix dressing and mayo until blended. Add pasta and onions; toss to coat. Gently stir in fruit.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

BERRY-MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



Berry-Mandarin Tossed Salad image

"The recipe for this beautiful blend came from a local berry farm some years ago," notes Linda Jo Wahlgren of Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. "We like to take the sweet and savory salad on picnics to accompany cold chicken and a loaf of crusty bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Dash salt
1/3 cup canola oil
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange, drained
1 medium sweet onion, sliced into rings
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes; stir until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in oil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a salad bowl, combine the greens, strawberries, oranges, onion, almonds and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

STRAWBERRY POPPYSEED PASTA SALAD RECIPE



Strawberry Poppyseed Pasta Salad Recipe image

This Strawberry Poppyseed Pasta Salad is so easy to make, and full of amazing fruity and savory flavor. Makes the perfect side dish, for any occasion.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Salad

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces bowtie pasta
¾ cup creamy poppyseed dressing
¾ cup light mayonnaise
4 green onions (sliced)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges (drained)
2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; drain and set aside until cool.
  • Mix poppyseed dressing and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl. Add in cooled pasta and onions and mix gently until evenly coated.
  • Fold in oranges and sliced strawberries.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 263 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STRAWBERRY MANDARIN CHICKEN SALAD



Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad image

I made fruity chicken salad for a food-preserving class, and it was a tasty triumph. It's crispy, crunchy, healthy and refreshing and pairs well with garlic bread and iced tea. -Betty Henagin, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 bacon strips, chopped
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
4 cups torn iceberg lettuce
4 cups torn red leaf lettuce
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 cups quartered fresh strawberries
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1 cup salad croutons
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Cook chicken in drippings 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; cut into bite-size pieces., Place lettuces on a large serving platter. Arrange chicken, oranges, tomatoes, strawberries, avocados, croutons, green onions, cheese and bacon over lettuce. Serve with salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Fat 32g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

STRAWBERRY MANDARIN CREAMSICLE FRUIT SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Strawberry Mandarin Creamsicle Fruit Salad Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by [email protected]

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large container of Cool Whip
one box of orange jello (dry)
2 tbsp. of plain yogurt
cut fruit (like strawberries, pineapple, mandarins and peaches)

Steps:

  • Beat together: Cool Whip Dry Orange jello plain yogurt Cut fruit refrigerate until it sets - about an hour, or overnight. Decorate with strawberry flowers and mandarin orange piece.s

STRAWBERRY SALAD



Strawberry Salad image

Put a delicious twist on a Strawberry Salad with caramelized almonds and mandarin oranges. This Strawberry Salad is ready in just 15 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bags (10 oz. each) torn romaine lettuce
2 cans (11 oz. each) mandarin oranges, drained
4 cups sliced strawberries
1 red onion, sliced
1 Caramelized Almonds
1 Poppy Seed Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss lettuce with oranges, strawberries and onion in large bowl.
  • Sprinkle with Caramelized Almonds.
  • Add Poppy Seed Dressing; mix lightly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 25 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

SPINACH STRAWBERRY SALAD



Spinach Strawberry Salad image

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

Tips:

  • Use ripe and fresh ingredients: This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
  • Choose a variety of textures: This will make your salad more interesting and enjoyable to eat. Some good options include crunchy nuts, juicy fruits, and soft greens.
  • Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the salad. A simple vinaigrette or citrus-based dressing is a good option.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This will prevent the greens from wilting and the fruit from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Strawberry and mandarin 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 personal preferences. Try experimenting with different fruits, nuts, and dressings to create a salad that is uniquely yours.

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