Best 7 Three Leaf And Mandarin Salad Recipes

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Three leaf and mandarin salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. It is made with a variety of greens, such as romaine lettuce, arugula, and spinach, as well as mandarin oranges, red onion, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This salad is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it is also relatively low in calories and fat. Additionally, it is a quick and easy dish to make, making it a great option for busy weeknight meals.

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MANDARIN ALMOND SALAD



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A wonderful medley of flavors and textures!

Provided by BDEGER

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and chopped
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon white sugar
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, oranges and green onions.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons sugar with the almonds in saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir while sugar starts to melt and coat almonds. Stir constantly until almonds are light brown. Turn onto a plate, and cool for 10 minutes.
  • Combine red wine vinegar, olive oil, one tablespoon sugar, red pepper flakes and black pepper in a jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously until sugar is dissolved.
  • Before serving, toss lettuce with salad dressing until coated. Transfer to a decorative serving bowl, and sprinkle with sugared almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 11.6 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

RED LEAF AND MANDARIN SALAD



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A delicious mix of sweet, salty and tangy makes this effortless salad outstanding. It looks beautiful with the colorful lettuce, peppers, mandarin oranges and almonds glistening with dressing. -Heather Villasenor, Amarillo, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, oranges, cheese and peppers. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, honey, vinegar, mustard and salt. Stir in onion. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

THREE-LEAF SALAD



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This is a nice combination of flavors. The crunch and salt of the bacon with the tangy feta and then the sweetness of the cider vinegar with the mandarin oranges all comes together for one citrus-y yummy salad. Always asked for the recipe when I make this one!

Provided by Auntie Anne and Unc

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 head romaine lettuce
1 head red-leaf lettuce
1 bunch spinach (about 1/2 lb)
2 cups canned mandarin orange segments, drained
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 lb bacon, cooked, drained, and crumbled
1/2 medium red onion, sliced in thin rings
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated onion
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine lettuce and spinach leaves, orange segments, cheese, bacon, and red onion slices.
  • In another bowl, combine sugar, grated onion, mustard, salt, and vinegar and blend with a whisk.
  • Add oil gradually, blending well.
  • Stir in poppy seeds and sesame seeds and toss salad with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5, Fat 47.1, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 44.3, Sodium 892.2, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 14.3, Protein 10.7

THREE LEAF AND MANDARIN SALAD



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Categories     Cheese     Leafy Green     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head of red leaf lettuce
1 head of leaf lettuce
1 head of romaine, or spinach
½ lb. Bacon, crumbled
½ cup sliced Red onion
Feta cheese, crumbled
1 can mandarin Orange segments
Dressing:
1 cup oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tsp grated onion
1 tsp sesame seeds
1 tsp poppy seeds
1 tsp dry mustard

Steps:

  • Tear the 3 lettuces into bite size pieces, add red onion, feta cheese and orange segments. Cook bacon and crumble, set aside. Whisk together all ingredients listed in dressing. Add Bacon at the end just before tossing with the dressing, serve immediately.

GLENDA'S MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



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This sweet and crunchy salad is very kid friendly! I first tried this when I visited my family in Newfoundland, and managed to get a copy of the recipe. Make lots, there won't be any left over. Any kind of lettuce can be used as well as spinach. Raisins can also be added.

Provided by SARAH W

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, minced
⅔ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ cup distilled white vinegar
½ cup olive oil
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
5 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Place the onion, sugar, mustard, celery seed, and black pepper into a small bowl. Pour in the vinegar, and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is thick. Cover, and refrigerate at least 3 hours.
  • To make the salad, toss the lettuce, oranges, mushrooms, almonds, and bacon together in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing, and toss again to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 29.9 g

MANDARIN MIXED GREEN SALAD



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"I make the salads, do most of the baking and make desserts. Mandarin Mixed Green Salad-a favorite of ours-has a tangy citrus dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup mandarin oranges
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
CITRUS VINAIGRETTE:
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Place greens on two serving plates; top with oranges and walnuts. In a blender, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until blended. Drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MANDARIN TURKEY SALAD



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Make and share this Mandarin Turkey Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cuisinebymae

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups cooked turkey, cut in bite-sized pieces
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup celery, bias cut
1 1/2 cups green onions, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup orange juice
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup toasted almond
1 bunch lettuce

Steps:

  • Combine turkey, water chestnuts, celery, green onion, green pepper, and eggs in a bowl.
  • Combine mayonnaise and orange juice.
  • Pour over turkey mixture and combine well.
  • Serve on leaf lettuce, garnished with mandarin oranges and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.3, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 151.8, Sodium 405.1, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 12.4, Protein 34.8

Tips:

  • To make the dressing, whisk together vegetable oil, rice vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and salt.
  • For the salad, combine three-leaf lettuce, baby spinach, mandarin oranges, red onion, cucumber, and crispy wonton strips.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.
  • To save time, use pre-cut lettuce and vegetables.
  • If you don't have crispy wonton strips, you can make your own by cutting wonton wrappers into thin strips and frying them in hot oil until golden brown.

Conclusion:

Three-Leaf and Mandarin Salad is a refreshing, healthy, and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of three-leaf lettuce, baby spinach, mandarin oranges, red onion, cucumber, and crispy wonton strips is delicious, and the dressing is light and tangy. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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