Avocado Mandarin Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Avocado Mandarin Salad, perfect as a light lunch or a zesty side dish to complement your favorite Tex-Mex feast! Sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy pecans, and creamy avocado combine in a delightful dance of flavors. This easy 20-minute recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 136.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado Mandarin Salad

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How to Make Avocado Mandarin Salad

  1. Combine 1 cup peeled and segmented mandarin oranges, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Refrigerate the orange mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Place 5 cups of mixed greens in a large salad bowl.
  4. Arrange thin slices of 1 ripe avocado over the greens.
  5. Gently spoon the chilled mandarin orange mixture over the avocado.
  6. Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette dressing (about 2 tablespoons).
  7. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

6g

Carbs

3g