TOSSED SALAD WITH ORANGES

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The combination of fresh greens, tangy oranges, savory bacon and crunchy almonds is one of my specialties. Topped with a pleasantly sweet dressing, this salad brings a splash of color to any table.-Anne Wegener, Springville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/2 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 13

POPPY SEED DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 small onion, quartered
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
SALAD:
10 cups torn salad greens
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 to 4 tablespoons slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Stir in the poppy seeds, In a salad bowl, combine the greens, oranges, bacon and almonds. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Wandile Tsewu
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Muntasir Rafi
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I'm not a huge fan of oranges, but I really liked this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the oranges add a nice sweetness.


Kabeneh Bility
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover oranges. I always have a few oranges in my fridge, so this is a great recipe to have on hand.


Ami Tumi
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I love the combination of oranges and almonds in this salad. It's a great way to add some sweetness and crunch.


Latricia Davis
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The dressing for this salad is amazing! I could drink it straight.


MANAT Khan
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It was easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


Yani Carabuena
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The oranges were a nice touch.


Pranavan Arumuganathan
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy salad. I love the dressing, which is made with olive oil, orange juice, and honey.


Alberto Hernandez
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


F. Hussain
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious side dish to my grilled salmon. The oranges added a nice sweetness, and the dressing was light and flavorful.