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Mandarin Orange and Cherry Salad with Almonds

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Submitted by: Ladyspunke

 

Leafy greens, onion, mandarin orange segments, bacon & dried cherries are dressed with a honey, vinegar & oil mix, topped with smoked almonds & cheese.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 bag of Italian lettuce
  • 15 oz can mandarin oranges, drained and dried on paper towels
  • 1/3 cup dried cherries
  • 1/4 purple or red onion, sliced thin and cut in half
  • 1 bag Hormel real bacon pieces
  • 3/4 cup smoked almonds, whole or cut in halves
  • 1 cup Italian shredded cheese
  • Asian Dressing:
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp celery salt
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

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Method

Toss all together except the nuts and cheese. Mix all of the dressing ingredients together in a shaker. Pour Asian dressing on top, toss and serve in salad bowls, and top each with almonds and cheese.

 

Notes: Can substitute dried cranberries for the cherries.

 

Number of Servings: 4

 

Submitted by: Ladyspunke ()

 

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