Orange Poppy Seed Salad

Name: Orange Poppy Seed Salad
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 8 cups torn romaine; 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted; 2/3 cup canola or olive oil; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon poppy seeds; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 35 min. YIELD: 8 servings.

In our area, olives, walnuts, pomegranates and oranges are grown locally, and I love using them in recipes. I include all four ingredients in a simple but refreshing romanine salad. —Faith Sommers, Bangor, California

Ingredients

8 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2/3 cup canola or olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and walnuts. Place oil, sugar, vinegar, poppy seeds, salt and mustard in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour desired amount over romaine mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. Refrigerate remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts

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