Pecan Free Spinach Mandarin Almond Salad
This vibrant salad is a serious crowd-pleaser — tender baby spinach, juicy mandarin oranges, and crunchy dry-roasted almonds come together in a bowl that looks as good as it tastes. The homemade citrus dressing is the real star, whisking together olive oil, fresh orange juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric into something bright, lightly sweet, and just a little earthy. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an ideal weeknight side or a showstopper addition to a weekend spread. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns around pecans specifically, this recipe leans on almonds instead, so you get all that satisfying crunch without the worry. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle bite that balances the sweetness of the mandarins beautifully. A handful of torn fresh mint scattered over the top is optional, but it adds a fresh, herby lift that really elevates the whole dish. Toss it right before serving and enjoy it immediately while the spinach is perfectly dressed and the almonds still have their snap.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 2 cans (11 oz each) mandarin oranges, drained
- ½ cup dry-roasted almonds, roughly chopped
- ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
Add the baby spinach, drained mandarin oranges, chopped almonds, and sliced red onion to a large salad bowl.
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