Ingredients for Avocado Mandarin Tossed Salad
- Mandarin Orange
- Green Onion
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- Pinch of black pepper
- Salad Greens
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- Italian Salad Dressing
How to Make Avocado Mandarin Tossed Salad
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast 1/2 cup pecan halves on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Let cool completely and roughly chop.
- Segment 2 mandarin oranges, removing all membranes. Finely chop 1/4 cup red onion.
- In a medium bowl, gently combine the mandarin orange segments, red onion, toasted pecans, and a pinch of black pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, toss 5 oz of mixed salad greens in a large bowl.
- Top the greens with the chilled mandarin orange mixture and 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced.
- Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette (about 2 tablespoons) and serve immediately.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
21g
Fat
5g
Carbs
3g
