Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette and Sugared Pecans
This mixed green salad is made special with a delicious citrus vinaigrette and sugared pecans.
Foto: RecipeGirlIngredients
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- 2 teaspoons granulated white sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- ⅓ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
- 10 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 medium naval oranges, (peeled and sectioned)
- ¼ cup sweetened, dried cranberries ((craisins))
Steps
Heat a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-low heat. Add the pecans and cook for 6 minutes, stirring until lightly toasted. Sprinkle with sugar and red pepper and cook an additional minute. Remove from heat and cool on wax paper or a cutting board.
In a blender, combine all vinaigrette ingredients and process until smooth. Pour into a bowl; cover and chill. (Makes 1⅓ cups and will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for one week).
In a large bowl, combine the greens, ¾ cup of citrus vinaigrette, and orange sections. Toss well.
To serve, place 1 cup of greens mixture on each of 8 plates. Top with 1½ teaspoons pecans and 1½ teaspoons cranberries. Serve immediately.
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