Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Mandarin Pasta Spinach Salad with Teriyaki Dressing, a delightful dish that brings together fresh ingredients and a homemade tangy dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad features tender bowtie pasta, crisp spinach, sweet mandarin oranges, and crunchy nuts, all tossed in a rich teriyaki vinaigrette. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for lunch gatherings or festive dinners. Impress your family and friends with this colorful salad that’s not only nutritious but also visually appealing!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta noodles
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup craisins
- ⅓ cup pine nuts (or cashews)
- 1 can (4 ounces) mandarin oranges (drained)
- ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
- ⅓ cup rice apple vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup oil (such as vegetable oil, canola oil, olive oil)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a jar, combine teriyaki sauce, rice apple vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, sugar, and oil. Shake well to mix.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, spinach leaves, craisins, nuts or cashews, mandarin oranges.
- Just before serving, pour the chilled dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch and flavor variations, consider substituting with different nuts like almonds or adding seasonal fruits such as apples. Chill the dressing beforehand for an enhanced flavor experience.