Delicious Unique Salad, You Will Love!

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 8
Delicious Unique Salad with a Sweet Twist
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Prep

15 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 -4 cups mixed greens
1/8 cup slivered almonds
1/3 cup canned mandarin oranges
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup sugar substitute
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon onion
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
305
Sugar
20g
Fat
22g
This Delicious Unique Salad is a perfect addition to your daily meal plan. It is quick and easy to make, and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. It is a healthy and nutrient-dense way to meet your daily fruit and vegetable intake goals. Perfect for a refreshing and satisfying meal during those hot summer days. This salad contains a unique blend of fresh mixed greens, tangy mandarin oranges, with a sweet almond crunch that will surely tantalize your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C.
2.Spread slivered almonds on a baking sheet, and toast in the oven, stirring occasionally, until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
3.In a blender, mix canned mandarin oranges, honey, onion, sugar substitute, red wine vinegar, and salt until the mixture is smooth.
4.Slowly add oil into the mixture, blending continuously until it emulsifies.
5.Toss the mixed greens with the almond slices and dressing. Serve chilled.

PROS

This salad is light, refreshing, and has a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.

The vitamin C in the mandarin oranges and mixed greens makes for a great immune booster.

CONS

The dressing contains honey and oil which can be high in calories.
Therefore, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The salad does not offer much protein, so you might consider adding a protein source if you want a more substantial meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mandarin oranges are a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C which are necessary for healthy skin, bones, and strong immune system. Mixed greens are a low-calorie, nutrient-dense source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese. Almonds are rich in healthy fats like omega-3, and vitamin E, which are essential for heart health and lowering cholesterol levels.

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