How to Make Glenda's Mandarin Orange Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Glenda's Mandarin Orange Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. This simple yet elegant salad is bursting with flavor and is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With its combination of sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, and tangy vinaigrette, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • 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

    333 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 120mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 370mg