Mandarin Orange and Spinach Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Mandarin Orange and Spinach Salad is a perfect blend of vibrant ingredients and a tangy homemade dressing. Crisp baby spinach acts as the foundation, layered with sweet, juicy mandarin oranges, tart dried cranberries, and the delicate crunch of toasted sliced almonds. Thinly sliced red onions add a subtle bite, while the zesty dressing—made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard—ties everything together with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutritious and colorful salad is ideal for weeknight meals, holiday gatherings, or as a light, satisfying lunch. Whether served on its own or paired with your favorite main dish, this delightful salad brings a pop of color and a burst of fresh flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 cups Baby spinach
• 1.5 cups Mandarin oranges (canned, drained or fresh, peeled and segmented)
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
• 0.25 cup Cranberries (dried)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, mandarin oranges, red onion, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries.

Step 2

In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified. If using a jar, shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Serve immediately and enjoy this crisp and flavorful salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	723.7 grams (723.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	970

Total Fat 59.30g	76%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 840mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 106.80g	39%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 81.60g
Protein 13.30g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 371mg	29%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 936mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 42.1%