Experience the delicious delight of a fresh summer salad bursting with sweet and tangy flavors, a satisfying crunch, and an array of vibrant colors.
Total Time: 10 min.
INGREDIENTS
Salad
- 1 bag of spring mix salad
- 1 can mandarin oranges, drained (11 oz)
- 1 cup of toasted walnuts
- ¾ cup dried cranberries
- 2 green onions
Citrus Poppy Seed Dressing
- 2 TB red wine vinegar
- 1 TB orange juice
- 1 TB honey
- 2 tsp. poppy seeds
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Directions
- In a large bowl, toss together greens, mandarins, walnuts, cranberries, and green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, orange juice, honey, poppy seeds, and mustard. Slowly pour in olive oil and whisk it all together. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Additions/Variations
- Top with wonton strips
- Top with feta cheese or parmesan cheese
- Nuts – swap the nuts for almonds, pecans, or cashews.
- Add grilled chicken for some protein
“He said to them, “Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20