How to Make Sugar Toasted Almond Spinach Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy salad recipe that can be a meal on its own or a perfect side dish for any main course? Look no further than this amazing Sugar Toasted Almond Spinach Salad! This recipe combines the fresh, crisp flavors of spinach with the sweet and crunchy taste of sugar-toasted almonds, creating a salad that is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying.

One of the best things about this salad is how easy it is to make. With just a handful of ingred...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 mins
  • Total Time: 33 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • 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

    262 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 245mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 274mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 368mg