Spinach, Mushroom and Red Onion Salad ~ Cooking Recepies

Spinach, Mushroom and Red Onion Salad



You will need:


Salad:
- 12 ounces pre-washed baby spinach
- 6 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
- 6 ounces sliced white mushrooms
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Vinaigrette:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
- salt and pepper, to taste

Step 1:
In a medium bowl, combine the honey, orange juice and lemon juice.

Step 2:
Slowly whisk in the olive oil until well combined; season with tarragon, salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3:
In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, spinach, onions and mandarin orange segments.

Step 4:
Toss the salad with enough dressing to coat lightly.

Step 5:
Garnish with toasted pine nuts and dried cranberries.


Nutritional information for one serving:
Calories: 195
Calories from fat: 150
Total fat: 16.7g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Total carbs: 11.4g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2.8g

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