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Mandarin Orange Salad Olive Mango

Mandarin Orange Salad Olive Mango

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring a sweet and tangy combination of mandarin oranges, creamy avocado, sweet mango, and briny olives, tossed in a light vinaigrette.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 3 cups Mixed Greens Such as butter lettuce or spring mix
  • 2 cans Mandarin Oranges Drained, save a little juice for dressing
  • 1 Mango Ripe, diced
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Pitted and sliced
  • 1 Avocado Diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced
Citrus Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons Mandarin Orange Juice Reserved from the can or freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, mandarin orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
  2. Prepare the salad base: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the mixed greens, sliced red onion, and the drained mandarin oranges.
  3. Add the fruit and olives: Carefully fold in the diced mango and sliced black olives into the greens mixture. Be gentle not to crush the ingredients.
  4. Toss lightly: Drizzle about two-thirds of the prepared vinaigrette over the salad components. Toss very gently to ensure everything is lightly coated. Add more dressing if necessary, reserving some for serving.
  5. Final assembly: Just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado. The avocado should be added last to prevent it from breaking down too much.
  6. Serve immediately: Divide the salad onto chilled plates. Drizzle any remaining dressing lightly over the top of each serving.

Notes

For added crunch, consider sprinkling toasted slivered almonds or pecans over the salad just before serving. This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish.
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