Orange Romaine Toss

Brighten up your mealtime routine with this vibrant and refreshing Orange Romaine Toss, a perfect blend of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy orange segments, and nutty toasted almonds. This salad is elevated by the tangy-sweet homemade dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, a splash of orange juice, and a touch of honey and Dijon mustard for a delightful balance of flavors. Red onion adds a subtle bite, while the almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, this light but flavorful salad is a fantastic option for a quick lunch or a colorful side dish to complement any main course. Packed with fresh ingredients and simple to assemble, this Orange Romaine Toss is sure to become your go-to recipe for refreshing, healthy eating!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 whole oranges
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds
• 0.25 whole red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the oranges and separate them into segments. Remove any seeds and cut each segment into 2-3 smaller pieces. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Allow them to cool briefly before adding them to the salad.

Step 5

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Toss everything together gently to combine and coat the ingredients with the dressing.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and vibrant Orange Romaine Toss!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1084.9 grams (1084.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1049

Total Fat 78.50g	101%
Saturated Fat 8.90g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1469mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 76.30g	28%
Dietary Fiber 23.50g	84%
Total Sugars 39.00g
Protein 24.90g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 549mg	42%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 2263mg	48%

*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: 63.6%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 27.5%