Fennel Salad with Orange-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Name: Fennel Salad with Orange-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 2 tablespoons orange marmalade; 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry preserves; 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup olive oil; SALAD:; 1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens; 2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced; 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped pistachios, toasted

A sweet balsamic vinaigrette always pulls everything together in a delicious harmony of flavors. Raspberries are one of my very favorite fruits, so I'm always eager to find a new use for them. —Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine

Ingredients

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
SALAD:
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pistachios, toasted

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended.
In a large bowl, combine salad greens, fennel and oranges. Divide salad green mixture among eight plates. Sprinkle with pistachios; drizzle with dressing.