Mandarin Spinach Salad with Fresh Orange Vinaigrette


A fresh salad sounds good on a hot summer day, doesn't it? This one is full of healthy colors and fresh, crisp, textures. I think my favorite part may be the freshly-made orange vinaigrette dressing. It compliments the flavors in the salad perfectly, and you have the added bonus of knowing exactly what's in it.

This salad goes together quickly. You can even make the vinaigrette ahead of time, have everything in the fridge ready to go, and then assemble at the last minute if you want.



Mandarin Spinach Salad with Fresh Orange Vinaigrette


 For the salad:
1 (6 oz.) bag of fresh baby spinach, rinsed and spun dry
1 (14 oz.) can mandarin oranges, well drained
1 (6 oz.) carton fresh blueberries, rinsed and drained
sliced almonds

For the vinaigrette:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 heaping teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon (rounded) table salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon jarred minced roasted garlic or equivalent
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1. Combine all ingredients for vinaigrette in a lidded jar and shake well to combine. Refrigerate until needed.

2. In a large serving bowl, combine spinach, oranges, and blueberries. Toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with almonds and serve with vinaigrette.


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 Notes: I like to have the can of mandarin oranges refrigerated ahead of time when possible; just a personal preference. I tend to keep a can or two in my fridge most of the time anyway.




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36 comments:

  1. MicheleJune 25, 2015 at 6:16 AM

    What a gorgeous salad! Def will be trying this.

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  2. Carole WestJune 25, 2015 at 6:31 AM

    This looks good - thinking of going to pick blueberries next week I will have to try this. Thanks for the recipe.
    Carole @ Garden Up Green

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  3. Grandma KcJune 25, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    What a beautiful salad and perfect for the hot weather and humidity we are currently having! Thanks Joy!

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  4. Janine HuldieJune 25, 2015 at 9:13 AM

    Always looking for new summertime salad ideas and definitely going to give this a whirl. Thanks Joy!!! :)

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  5. Melanie ReddJune 25, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Yum! This salad looks really good. I'm going to have to try it!

    Thanks for sharing the idea. I came over on the Think Tank Thursday link up. Glad to find your site.

    Blessings,
    Melanie

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  6. Jas @ All that's JasJune 25, 2015 at 12:21 PM

    That salad just screams freshness and health! Superb! Thanks for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things!

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  7. UnknownJune 25, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    Joy,

    I love fresh salads especially in the summer time. Fresh Spinach and blueberries are amazing together. I will be trying this soon.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Diane Roark

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  8. CarleeJune 25, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    That looks delicious! My two year old always picks all the fruit off my salads, so I would be left with the spinach!

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  9. mothers shadowJune 26, 2015 at 12:01 AM

    Another WINNER! Your pictures are beautiful also. Thank you for such a fresh and wonderful summer salad recipe. Carrie, A Mother's Shadow

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  10. Kate | The Organized DreamJune 26, 2015 at 6:58 AM

    My mouth is watering looking at this delicious salad and I can't help but say it is stunning to look at, too!
    I'm stopping by today from the Pinworthy Projects link party and wanted to let you know that I've pinned and tweeted this recipe for later!

    Kate | The Organized Dream

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  11. TheresaJune 26, 2015 at 6:01 PM

    Thanks for sharing at this week's party! Great to have you drop by and share your lovely salad. Pinned &Shared.

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  12. Karren HallerJune 26, 2015 at 7:44 PM

    I love a salad made with mandarin oranges and a great addition is chunks of chicken or chicken nuggets, sliced almonds and with a poppy seed dressing.

    Thanks for sharing on the #OMHGFF this week!
    Hope you have a great weekend!
    Karren

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  13. K's MumJune 27, 2015 at 2:29 AM

    looks refreshing and delicious! :) #inspirationspotlight

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  14. LindaJune 27, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    All my favorites! Pinned.

    Thanks for sharing.

    Linda

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  15. RobynJune 27, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    Hi Joy,
    Such a beautiful salad! Saw this at #FoodieFriDIY and had to come take a peek.
    Great flavours and the pics are perfect :)

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  16. Morsels of Life | CJ HuangJune 27, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    I'm loving that vinaigrette! I bet the orange adds such nice flavor. :) Thanks for stopping by and sharing this on Five Friday Finds!

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  17. UnknownJune 28, 2015 at 2:42 PM

    Hi Joy! This is my favorite kind of salad and I love that you used almonds. I usually throw on toasted pecans but the almonds sound like a nice switch-up. Thanks for the idea! So glad you shared this on Inspiration Thursday and I hope to see you next week!

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  18. Jennifer@MyFlagstaffHomeJune 28, 2015 at 4:34 PM

    This looks so refreshing! Thanks for linking up at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home!

    Jennifer

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  19. KathleenJune 29, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    That looks wonderful, fresh mandarins are in season here so this salad would be perfect. Thanks for bringing it to the #HomeMattersParty
    Kathleen

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  20. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedJune 29, 2015 at 11:22 AM

    Oh boy does that look good!! Such a great thing to have on a hot summer day

    XO,
    Christine

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  21. UnknownJune 29, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    That sounds so refreshing, Joy! I'm all about salads right now. :)

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  22. MichelleJune 30, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    What a gorgeous salad! It looks so good! I just made a dressing with orange juice the other day...it was wonderful. I need to try your recipe now! So glad you shared this one with us at #FoodieFriDIY! Pinning and sharing!

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  23. Lauren EnglishJune 30, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Yum! I've been trying my hand at making vinaigrettes this year and this one looks so yummy. Can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. LaurieJune 30, 2015 at 10:26 AM

    This salad looks divine and so refreshing and one that I would love to try. Pinning!
    Thank you Joy for sharing your fantastic recipes with us on Brag About It!
    ~Laurie

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  25. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 30, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Joy, I love salads year round, but they taste especially delicious on a hot summer day. This sounds so refreshing and I think I have everything to make it. Thanks for sharing the recipe with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  26. elaine @cookinandcraftin.comJuly 1, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    Hi Joy!! I'm featuring this awesome salad tomorrow!! Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite Things on Thursday!! Hope to see you again tomorrow!! Pinned!

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  27. Miz HelenJuly 1, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Hi Joy,
    I just love your fresh salad, it looks delicious! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
    Come Back Soon,
    Miz Helen

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  28. April J HarrisJuly 1, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    What a lovely salad, Joy, perfect for these very warm days we have been having! Your vinaigrette sounds so delicious too. Stumbling, pinning and will tweet. Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul hop!

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  29. She Yarns CrochetJuly 2, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    What a beautiful salad. I love the addition of the blueberries. Thanks for linking up and sharing with us at Funtastic Friday. Please join us again this week:-)

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  30. Lou Lou GirlsJuly 3, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    I'm drooling right now! This looks so good. Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for bringing this to our party and we hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls

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  31. Morsels of Life | CJ HuangJuly 3, 2015 at 1:16 PM

    Thanks for stopping by and sharing this recipe with us - you're featured this week on Five Friday Finds! Loving how fresh this salad looks!

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  32. Cindy DIY beautifyJuly 3, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    This looks so fresh and light!

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  33. Deborah DavisJuly 4, 2015 at 10:31 AM

    Hi Joy,
    With yummy ingredients like these, I will be making this dish for friends and family quite often. Thank you so much for sharing this healthy and delicious Mandarin Spinach Salad with Fresh Orange Vinaigrette with us at the Healthy Happy Green and Natural Party Blog Hop! I'm pinning and sharing. I am delighted that you partied with us this week. It's such a pleasure to explore your blog and to make a new friend. All the best, Deborah

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  34. UnknownJuly 4, 2015 at 5:38 PM

    This salad sounds so delicious and refreshing, perfect for summer! Thanks so much for sharing at What'd You Do This Weekend?!

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  35. Honest mumJuly 6, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    Sunshine on a plate, perfect for al fresco dining. Thanks for linking up to #brilliantblogposts. Please add my badge or link back, thanks

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  36. Joanne T FergusonJuly 12, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    What a great combination salad Joy! Love mandarins! Pinned and shared!

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