Mandarin almond salad

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4tablespoonsSugar -- divided
½cupSlivered almonds
¼cupVegetable oil
2tablespoonsVinegar
1tablespoonFresh parsley -- minced
½teaspoonSalt
teaspoonPepper
teaspoonHot pepper sauce
1bunchRed leaf lettuce -- torn
1canMandarin oranges -- 11
ounceDrained
1smallRed 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. Yield: 4-6 servings

Recipe By : Taste of Home