How to Make Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to salads, there are endless possibilities for creating delicious and nourishing dishes. One of the most popular and refreshing salad options is the Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad. This vibrant and flavorful salad is a perfect combination of sweetness, tanginess, and crunch, making it a favorite among both children and adults.

The key ingredient in this salad is the fresh baby spinach, which provides a bed of vibrant green leaves with a delicate and slightly sweet fla...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons water
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach
  • 1 (6 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • ⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • ¼ red onion, sliced and separated into rings (Optional)
  • ¼ cup croutons, or as desired (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Mix vinegar, sugar, water, butter, and salt together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is bubbling, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  • Whisk egg into dressing; return saucepan to low heat and simmer until dressing thickens, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine spinach, mushrooms, mandarin oranges, almonds, bacon, red onion rings, and croutons in a large bowl; pour dressing over salad. Toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    194 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 278mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 38mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 527mg