Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad

Submitted by Chef #618565

"This is one of the most best salads ever!"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 24

ingredients

• Dressing

• 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 1⁄3 cup white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt

• Salad

• 3⁄4 cup slivered almonds
• 4 1⁄2 teaspoons sugar
• 7 cups romaine lettuce
• 7 cups spinach
• 1 1⁄2 cups sliced celery
• 1 1⁄2 cups sliced green onions
• 3 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained

directions

1. In a jar with a tight-fitted lid, combine the first five ingredients; shake well. Set aside.
2. In a skillet, cook and stir the almonds and sugar over medium heat until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Spread on foil to cool completely.
3. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, spinach, celery and onions. Add oranges and sugared almonds; toss gently. Shake dressing; drizzle over salad and toss to coat.