Almond Mandarin Salad

Sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, fresh green onion, and crispy bacon are all tossed together with red leaf lettuce and a light honey mustard vinaigrette. Oh, so good and refreshing. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 247 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ pound bacon
• ½ teaspoon celery salt
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
• 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
• ½ teaspoon dry hot mustard
• ½ teaspoon ground paprika
• ¾ cup slivered almonds
• 1 bunch green onion, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until evenly brown. Drain, cool, and crumble.

Step 2

To make the dressing, thoroughly blend the vinegar, honey, dry mustard, celery salt, paprika, and olive oil.

Step 3

Place lettuce, oranges, green onion, bacon, and almonds in a serving bowl. Toss with dressing and serve.