Best Mixed Green Salad Recipes

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MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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Dress up a bag of lettuce, and you have a side salad for six in no time.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Dash salt and pepper
1 bag (5 oz) spring lettuce mix
1 cup grape tomatoes, each cut in half lengthwise
1 cup sliced (1/8 inch) seeded peeled cucumber
1 cup sliced (1/8 inch) halved red onion

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix mustard, vinegar and sugar with wire whisk. Gradually add oil, beating constantly until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In large salad bowl, place salad ingredients. Pour vinaigrette over salad; toss gently to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

MIXED GREEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head romaine lettuce
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
2 to 3 plum tomatoes, cored and cut into small wedges
1 small red onion, sliced thin
Olive oil and red wine vinegar, to taste
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large salad bowl. Add the cucumber, tomatoes, and onion. Sprinkle with the oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING



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Salad greens should be crisp, with firm outer leaves. They should also smell sweet, not bitter, for the freshest dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 bunch (8 ounces) arugula, stemmed (7 to 8 cups)
4 ounces frisee, torn in bite-sized pieces (4 cups)
1 small head radicchio (4 ounces), torn in bite-size pieces (4 cups)

Steps:

  • For the dressing: in a blender, combine juice, honey, shallot, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a steady stream until emulsified.
  • In a large bowl, toss arugula, frisee, and radicchio with dressing; season with more salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 2 g

ORANGE ALMOND MIXED GREEN SALAD



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This is a quick and easy salad idea with a homemade vinaigrette drizzled over a mixture of lettuce, mandarin oranges, and almond slivers.

Provided by Chef Stef

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons canola oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dry mustard
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine canola oil, vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and dry mustard in a jar with a lid. Shake until ingredients combine into a dressing.
  • Toss lettuce, oranges, and almonds together in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 314.9 mg, Sugar 14 g

MIXED GREEN SALAD



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Garlic, basil and crushed red pepper flakes season the light vinaigrette that dresses this refreshing salad. A sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top gives it even more flavor. -Jody Fisher Stewartstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar plus 1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cups torn salad greens
2 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 medium cucumber, sliced
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, basil and pepper flakes; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup sherry vinegar
1 large clove garlic
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (4.5-ounce) bag mixed baby greens, rinsed and spun dried
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
2 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled

Steps:

  • Blend the vinegar, garlic, oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a blender until the garlic is finely chopped. With the blender running, slowly blend in the oil.
  • Toss the baby greens, bell pepper, olives, and cheese with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season the salad, to taste, with more salt and black pepper, and serve.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Mixed Green Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Herb     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Arugula     Vegan     Raw     Tarragon     Watercress     Lettuce     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons Sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 lb frisée (French curly endive), torn into bite-size pieces
1 head Boston lettuce (1 lb), torn into bite-size pieces
1 bunch arugula (1/2 lb), coarse stems discarded
1 bunch watercress (1/2 lb), coarse stems discarded

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in tarragon.
  • Toss greens with dressing in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ORANGES, DRIED CRANBERRIES AND PECANS



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Nut     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Orange     Pecan     Fall     Healthy     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plus 3 tablespoons orange juice
6 tablespoons dried cranberries
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 oranges, peel and white pith removed, segmented
3/4 cup pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup orange juice to simmer in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat. Mix in dried cranberries. Let stand until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain well; discard soaking juice.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar, orange peel and remaining 3 tablespoons orange juice in small bowl to blend. Mix in cranberries. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Place greens in large bowl. Toss with 2/3 of dressing. Divide greens among 6 plates. Add orange segments to bowl; toss with remaining dressing. Top salads with orange segments and pecans.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups whole cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 pinch sugar
1 (5-ounce) bag spring salad mix (recommended: Fresh Express)
2 tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 (5-ounce) bag herbed croutons

Steps:

  • Heat the cranberry and orange juice in a small saucepan, over medium heat until it boils. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Strain cranberry mixture into a large bowl using a fine mesh strainer. Whisk in vinaigrette and sugar until well combined.
  • Add salad mix and half the dressing into a large bowl and toss with tongs until lettuce is coated. Add tomatoes and cucumber slices and gently toss. Add more dressing if necessary. Transfer to serving platter and top with croutons.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ROQUEFORT VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Tom Seawell

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Blue Cheese     Dried Fruit     Pecan     Spring     Bon Appétit     San Francisco     California     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups mixed baby greens
8 ounces plum tomatoes, seeded, diced
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries or dried currants
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/2 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Combine baby greens, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, cranberries and pecans in large bowl. Whisk olive oil and vinegar in small bowl until blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Mix in Roquefort cheese. Toss salad with dressing and serve.

FRESH PEAR AND FIG MIXED GREEN SALAD



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Provided by Reggie Southerland

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups salad mix, store bought
1 bartlett pear, cored and thinly sliced
6 fresh figs (green or purple), sliced in 1/2
4 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola
4 tablespoons toasted chopped pecans
Lemon Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 tablespoons lemon curd
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Place a pile of greens on each salad plate. Arrange the fruits on top and sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Lightly drizzle with vinaigrette.;
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.

PEAR, TOASTED WALNUT AND MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE-CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Pear, Toasted Walnut and Mixed Green Salad with Champagne-Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup halved walnuts
1/2 cup Champagne
1/2 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
1/4 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and ground black pepper
6 cups mixed lettuce greens
2 pears, cored and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Toast walnuts in a small dry skillet over medium heat (it will take about 3 minutes).
  • In a small saucepan, combine Champagne, cranberry sauce, shallots, Dijon mustard and oil. Whisk together. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Simmer until reduced to about 1/3 cup (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Place greens in a large bowl. Top with pears, toasted walnuts and dried cranberries. Drizzle over cranberry vinaigrette just before serving.

ISLAND FRUIT AND MIXED GREEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 12m

Yield 8 portions

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups canola oil
1 mango, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 papaya peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup banana chips
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
Salt and pepper
6 cups mizuna (or other leafy green), loosely packed

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette:
  • Whisk together the pineapple juice, red wine vinegar, shallot and salt and pepper. Slowly incorporate the canola oil. Taste, for seasoning.
  • For the salad:
  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the mango, papaya, cranberries, banana chips and macadamia nuts with 1 cup of the vinaigrette. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Place the mizuna on a large serving tray and top with the mixed fruit. (The salad greens hold up longer if only the fruit is tossed with the vinaigrette. However, if serving promptly, combine the greens and the fruit and toss with the vinaigrette.) Drizzle the salad with the extra dressing or serve on the side.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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This is so quick and easy but the flavors are outstanding. You can put this salad together in a snap...the combination of the greens, fresh strawberries, feta and walnuts is great paired with the strawberry-balsamic vinaigrette. Adapted from a Bon Appetit recipe submitted by Judy Wilkins.

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Berries

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb strawberry, hulled and halved (do not use frozen)
5 ounces mixed baby greens
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar (or you can use 2 packets of your favorite artificial sweetener)

Steps:

  • Mash enough strawberries to measure 1/3 cup. Place in a blender with the oil, vinegar and sugar and blend until well combined. Season dressing with salt and pepper, if desired.
  • In a large bowl, combine the greens, remaining strawberries, feta cheese and walnuts. Add the dressing; toss to coat and serve immediately.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ROQUEFORT DRESSING



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head romaine lettuce, leaves torn or cut into pieces
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced into half-moons
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 carrot, peeled and grated
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons onion salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
8 ounces Roquefort cheese, grated
Milk, for thinning, optional

Steps:

  • For the salad: Combine the lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes and carrots in a bowl.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, stir to combine the mayo, sour cream, onion salt, garlic powder and white pepper. Lightly stir in the cheese until just combined. If the salad dressing to too thick, it can be thinned with a little milk.
  • Serve the salad on salad plates and drizzle dressing over top.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH WHOLE CITRUS VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lemons
1/2 navel orange or 1 small orange
1 shallot
1 1/2 cups pure olive oil
1 teaspoon gray salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 cups mixed young green lettuces
Cocoa Nibs (available at specialty and gourmet food stores)

Steps:

  • Juice the lemons, orange, and shallot in a juice extractor. Put the juices in a bowl and whisk in the olive oil in a slow stream to form an emulsion. Season with the salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Whisk again, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You should have about 2 cups.
  • Just before serving, place the greens in a salad bowl, add about 1/2 cup vinaigrette, and toss well. Add more to taste and adjust the seasoning. Finish the salad with a sprinkling of cocoa nibs to taste.
  • Variation for Blender: Use 3 lemons, 2 small oranges, 1 shallot, 1 teaspoon gray salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1 1/2 cups pure olive oil. Cut off and discard the stem ends of 2 lemons and 1 orange. Cut into quarters, cut out the core, and remove seed. Place in a blender. Squeeze the juice from the remaining lemon and orange; add to the blender with the shallot, salt, and pepper. Pulse and then blend the fruit until as smooth as possible. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a thin, steady stream. The vinaigrette will be thick like a mayonnaise. If it is too thick, with the machine still on, thin with a little hot water. Taste for seasoning. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. If the vinaigrette separates, return it to the blender and blend until smooth again. Makes about 3 cups.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ORANGES, DRIED CRANBERRIES AND PECANS



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Enjoy this wonderful light and fresh salad for holiday time, or anytime! Cooking time reflects marinating the dried cranberries. I discovered this recipe in Bon Appetit, 1998

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons orange juice
6 tablespoons dried cranberries
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 oranges, peel and white pith removed, segmented
3/4 cup pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup orange juice to simmer in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat.
  • Mix in dried cranberries.
  • Let stand until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain well; discard soaking juice.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar, orange peel and remaining 3 tablespoons orange juice in small bowl to blend. Mix in cranberries.
  • Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.).
  • Place greens in large bowl.
  • Toss with 2/3 of dressing.
  • Divide greens among 6 plates.
  • Add orange segments to bowl; toss with remaining dressing.
  • Top salads with orange segments and pecans.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ORANGE DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Mixed Green Salad With Orange Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

This yummy mixed green salad with orange dressing is a perfect side dish to make for a dinner party or brunch that won't break the bank. To save money, use a snack pack of honey-roasted nuts you find in the check-out aisle to add a nice crunch. The oranges work double duty--the segments go in the salad and the juice is used in the dressing.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Sides

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 oranges
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
¾ cup olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 package mixed greens
1 avocado, sliced
⅓ cup red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup candied nuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Segment the oranges: Cut off the tops and bottoms of the oranges so they sit flat on a cutting board. Use a knife to remove the rind of the orange, cutting carefully to remove as little flesh as possible. Use a paring knife to cut between the membranes to remove the orange segments. Transfer to a small bowl. Squeeze the juice from the scraps into a separate bowl.
  • Make the dressing: Strain the orange juice into a microwave-safe liquid measuring cup to remove any pulp and seeds. You should have about ¼ cup. Add the lemon juice and sugar. Microwave for 60 seconds, until the sugar dissolves.
  • Let cool, then whisk in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble the salad: Add the mixed greens to a large bowl. Add the avocado, segmented oranges, red onion, and honey-roasted nuts.
  • Just before serving, pour some of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Add more dressing to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 10 grams

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY DRESSING



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Provided by Judy Wilkins

Categories     Salad     Berry     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Summer     Bon Appétit     Texas

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1-pound basket strawberries, hulled, halved
1 5-ounce package mixed baby greens
1 7-ounce package crumbled feta cheese (about 1 1/3 cups)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Mash enough strawberries to measure 1/3 cup. Place remaining strawberries in large bowl. Add greens, cheese, and nuts. Whisk oil, vinegar, and sugar in small bowl to blend. Whisk in mashed strawberries. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Add to salad; toss to coat.

MIXED GREEN AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



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Found this recipe in Shape Magazine and thought I'd give it a try. It is a flavorful and healthy salad and is one of my DH's favorites. Sometimes I add bean sprouts, wontons or crispy rice sticks.

Provided by E.A.4957

Categories     Citrus

Time 6m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges in light syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
3 cups Baby Spinach
1 cup chopped red cabbage

Steps:

  • Drain mandarin oranges, reserving oranges in a large bowl and juice in a medium bowl.
  • To the mandarin juice, add olive oil, vinegar, dijon mustard and pepper. Whisk until blended.
  • In the large bowl, add lettuce, spinach and cabbage to the reserved oranges.
  • Pour dressing over all and toss well to combine.
  • Serve immediately.

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