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Strawberry Orange Pecan Tossed Salad

7 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 30 min. + cooling

Makes

8-10 servings

Updated: Oct. 21, 2022
With juicy strawberries, tangy mandarin oranges and crunchy pecans, this refreshing salad has plenty of appeal. The oil-and-vinegar dressing lends a lovely sheen to the tossed ingredients, making this salad an attractive addition to a festive menu. -Denise Bitner Reedsville, Pennsylvania
Strawberry Orange Pecan Tossed Salad
Strawberry Orange Pecan Tossed Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Dash hot pepper sauce
  • SALAD:
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups torn fresh spinach
  • 4 cups torn romaine
  • 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
  • 4 green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, parsley, salt and pepper sauce until blended. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. In a large heavy skillet, melt sugar over medium-low heat without stirring until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Add pecans and butter; stir constantly until butter is melted and pecans are coated. Remove from the heat. Pour onto a foil-lined baking sheet; cool completely. Break pecans apart if necessary.
  3. In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine, oranges, celery, strawberries and onions. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with sugared pecans.