Mandarin Spinach Salad

Prep: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A vibrant and refreshing salad combining sweet mandarin oranges and fresh spinach, accented with a tangy Italian dressing and optional poppy seeds. Perfect for light lunches or as a side dish at gatherings, it offers a burst of citrus flavor and crisp greens in every bite.

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Ingredients

  • 11 oz. can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1/3 cup light Italian dressing
  • 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds (optional)
  • 10 oz. pkg. fresh spinach, trimmed
  • 3 fresh oranges, peeled and sectioned

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the mandarin oranges and the Italian dressing. Blend until smooth.
  2. Stir in poppy seeds, if using.
  3. In a large salad bowl, toss together the spinach, fresh orange sections, and half of the dressing mixture.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

92 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.1g 2% DV
Total Fat 5.4g 7% DV
Carbs 10.6g 4% DV
Fiber 0.8g 3% DV
Sugar 9.2g 18% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 270.3mg 12% DV
Potassium 219.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 129.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 19.4mg 22% DV
Calcium 31.8mg 2% DV
Iron 1mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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