Zesty Mandarin Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette
Ginger, spice, and everything nice is what this Zesty Mandarin Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette is made of! The delicious Asian-infused dressing elegantly coats the sweet and refreshing citrus salad. The ginger provides the zest and thickens the dressing quite a bit. This vinaigrette is a great accompaniment to any salad or slaw! It can also be used as a marinade or dipping sauce for grilled chicken or steak.
Yields 1 cup
For Ginger Vinaigrette:
1⁄2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1⁄4 cup champagne vinegar
1⁄4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1⁄2 teaspoon raw organic honey
1⁄2 teaspoon dried parsley
1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt
1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
For Zesty Mandarin Salad:
3–4 cups field greens
1⁄2 cup mandarin oranges
1⁄4 cup almond slices
- For Ginger Vinaigrette: Place all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and mix with an immersion blender (or whisk) until well blended and frothy. Store in an airtight container and shake well before each use.
- For Zesty Mandarin Salad: Toss the field greens, oranges, and almonds together gently in a medium salad bowl and drizzle with 2–3 tablespoons of the Ginger Vinaigrette.