SUGAR TOASTED ALMOND SPINACH SALAD

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This recipe is easy to make, but tastes impressive and is always a big hit at barbecues. You can swap the mandarin oranges for dried cranberries depending on your personal preference.

Provided by M Pineda

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 33m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons white sugar
¾ cup red wine vinegar
⅓ cup salad oil
⅓ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
¾ tablespoon poppy seeds
¾ teaspoon salt
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
¾ pound sliced mushrooms
¾ pound shredded Swiss cheese
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup mandarin oranges

Steps:

  • Combine almonds and sugar in a small skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir until sugar is melted over almonds, about 3 minutes. Spread almonds in a single layer on waxed paper to cool.
  • To make the salad dressing, whisk together the vinegar, salad oil, sugar, mustard, poppy seeds, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
  • Toss together the romaine lettuce, spinach, mushrooms, Swiss cheese, onion, and oranges in a large bowl. Sprinkle almonds and drizzle dressing over top of salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 244.7 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

ScHoolboy Que
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer salad.


Francine Ingabire
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the almonds and the tartness of the vinaigrette are a perfect match.


NDD tv
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Ahmed Safi
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach salads, but this one is an exception. The sugar-toasted almonds add a nice sweetness that balances out the bitterness of the spinach.


Str Brothers
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory flavors.


Adrianne Prizmik
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I've made this salad several times now, and I always get rave reviews. It's a great salad to take to potlucks and picnics.


lipz Og
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer salad.


Amaefule Clinton
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the almonds and the tartness of the vinaigrette are a perfect match.


LEGEND OF ERROR
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Bros Mam
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach salads, but this one is an exception. The sugar-toasted almonds add a nice sweetness that balances out the bitterness of the spinach.


Shattajit Sarkar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory flavors.


Usman 1234
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect summer salad, and it's also great for potlucks and picnics.


Victor Ogbonnaya
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures. The almonds add a nice crunch, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


BABAR Sohail
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The sugar-toasted almonds add a unique and delicious flavor to the dish. I will definitely be making this salad again.


haya mhajna
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This salad was a huge hit at my last party! The combination of sweet and savory flavors is irresistible, and the almonds add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.