So, I found and adapted a spinach salad recipe. The original recipe is here on the food network site.
Ingredients for salad:
Baby spinach. original recipe says 2 lbs. I used a store bought package that I think was less.
Mandarin oranges
Toasted sesame seeds
I start with the dressing in a large bowl that I will then use for tossing the salad.
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons good-quality soy sauce, such as Kikkoman
- 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Mix and let set until you're ready to toss the salad.
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Using tongs, serve it onto plates. I usually have a lot of dressing left over... maybe next time I should try making less... maybe.
Place a few mandarin oranges on top of the spinach.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and voila: a gorgeous and tasty side for whatever you're eating. (If you don't have toasted sesame seeds on hand, then throw a handful of regular sesame seeds in a hot frying pan and toast until browner...)
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2 comments:
I have just now pulled myself up from where I fell over when I read this post! Way to go! I make a similar salad, I put thinly sliced raw mushrooms in it....that might be good in this salad too...
I can't believe it !!! Sounds pretty yummy though !!
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