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Mandarin Almond Salad

Name: Mandarin Almond Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/2 cup slivered almonds; 1/4 cup canola oil; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 bunch red leaf lettuce, torn; 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 1 small red onion, sliced

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Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

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6 servings

Here's a refreshing salad that's always a hit at our house. Crisp greens, bright oranges and red onion add pretty color to your meal, and the sweet caramelized almonds provide a unique crunch. This bowl gets passed around until it's empty! —Anne Heinonen, Howell, Michigan

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 bunch red leaf lettuce, torn
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 small red onion, sliced

Directions

In a small skillet, melt 3 tablespoons sugar over low heat. Add almonds; stir until coated. Cool; break into small pieces and set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, vinegar, parsley, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and remaining sugar; shake well.
Just before serving, combine lettuce, oranges, onion and almonds in a large salad bowl. Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss.

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