Spinach-and-Orange Salad with Almonds and Honey-Sesame Dressing

The Asian-flavored dressing for this salad also makes a great dip for raw veggies, spring rolls, and dumplings.

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The Asian-flavored dressing for this salad also makes a great dip for raw veggies, spring rolls, and dumplings.

Servings
4

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 5 oz. baby spinach (6 cups)
  • 2 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
  • 1 Tbs. sesame seeds

Honey-sesame dressing

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 Tbs. rice vinegar
  • 2 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 3 Tbs. vegetable oil
  • 1 Tbs. dark sesame oil

Preparation

To make Salad: Toast almonds in dry skillet over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, or until light brown. Cool.

Arrange spinach on a platter, and top with orange sections and almonds.

To make Honey-Sesame Dressing: Blend honey, vinegar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in food processor. Pour in vegetable oil and sesame oil, and blend until smooth. Drizzle 1/4 cup Honey-Sesame Dressing over salad, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 185
  • Carbohydrate Content 21 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 11 g
  • Fiber Content 4 g
  • Protein Content 4 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 1.5 g
  • Sodium Content 360 mg
  • Sugar Content 17 g

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