Layered Spinach Orange Salad Recipes

SIMPLE LAYERED SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Remove and discard spinach stems. Rinse leaves well; drain and pat dry. Tear spinach into bite-sized pieces and arrange evenly in salad bowl. Evenly layer cucumber slices, radish, green onion and eggs. Spread dressing over top. Cover; chill up to 24 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with bacon and peanuts.

SPINACH AND ORANGE SALAD

Steps:

• Wash spinach thoroughly and allow to dry (use a salad spinner, if you have one).
• Combine spinach, orange sections, and sliced onion in a large salad bowl, tossing well.
• Drizzle dressing over spinach mixture; toss gently.

BONNIE'S LAYERED SPINACH AND BACON SALAD

Steps:

• 1. MAKING THE SALAD: Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar and salt and pepper to taste, whisk and set aside. Note: This recipe may be cut in half and put in an 8 X 8 glass baking dish. You will make two layers.
• 2. In a casserole or lasagna dish, put the first layer of spinach.
• 3. Add cheese, onions, eggs, ham, peas.
• 4. Cover with 1/2 of the dressing. Repeat layers of ingredients, finishing with the rest of the dressing on top.
• 5. REFRIGERATE: Cover and refrigerate overnight to blend the flavors. Just before serving sprinkle the crisp bacon on top. Cut in squares to serve.

MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND LEMON GINGER DRESSING

Steps:

• Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until well emulsified and ginger and garlic are finely minced. Pour into an airtight container and all to rest in refrigerator while preparing salad (shake or stir before adding to salad).
• Heat about 3/4 to 1-inch of oil in a skillet to 360 degrees (maintain this temperature, reduce heat as needed). Add just enough wonton strips without overcrowding. Fry just until halfway cooked, then using metal tongs (grabbing as many as you can at once) rotate to opposite side and cook until just lightly golden. Remove and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Immediately sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and salt before they dry.
• Add all salad ingredients to a large salad bowl and toss. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss. Top each serving with desired amount of wonton strips and optional sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

MAJESTIC LAYERED SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Layer spinach, 1 cup cheese, mushrooms, onions and peas in 2-1/2-qt. bowl.
• Mix mayo, dill and sugar; spread over salad, completely covering top of salad. Refrigerate 5 hours.
• Top with remaining cheese and bacon before serving.

LAYERED SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• In large bowl,layer 1/2 the spinach,eggs,bacon,lettuce,onion / and top with remaining spinach.
• Combine salad dressing and mayonnaise.
• Spread over salad and top with cheese.
• Chill 2-3 hours .

LAYERED SWEET POTATO AND SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Cook potatoes in boiling water in saucepan 6 to 8 min. or until tender; drain. Cool completely.
• Place potatoes in 3-qt. bowl; top with layers of radicchio and clementines. Drizzle with dressing.
• Top with layers of remaining ingredients.

LAYERED SPINACH TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bacon until crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 3 to 4 minutes; drain and run under cold water.
• Whisk milk, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
• Place a layer of spinach in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish; top with 1 cup cabbage and layer of tortellini, arranging tortellini so they are evenly spaced over the cabbage. Sprinkle half of the bacon over tortellini layer. Drizzle half of the dressing over salad. Continue layering with remaining spinach, cabbage, tortellini, bacon (reserving a few for the end), and ending with cherry tomatoes. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top. Garnish with a few bacon pieces. Serve chilled.

MAKE-AHEAD LAYERED SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Combine spinach and iceberg lettuce; place in the bottom of a large glass salad bowl or trifle bowl.
• Layer in the following ingredients in this order: celery, peas, green onion, hard boiled eggs, and ham.
• To make the dressing, in a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and dry Ranch dressing mix. Spread dressing evenly over the ham layer.
• Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly on top of the dressing layer.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

SPINACH, ORANGE, AND ALMOND SALAD

Steps:

• Lightly grease a 10-inch square of aluminum foil with butter or vegetable oil and set aside.
• Combine 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, swirling occasionally, until the sugar turns a golden amber color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the almonds and stir to coat. Continue cooking until the almonds are fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Transfer to the prepared aluminum foil, using a spoon to spread into a thin layer, and set aside to cool completely.
• With a thin, sharp knife, cut the peel and bitter white pith from the oranges, 1 at a time. Working over a bowl to catch the juices, cut in between the membranes to release the segments. Reserve the segments in a separate bowl. Combine 1/4 cup orange juice, the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, the Champagne vinegar, olive oil, orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne in a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. Transfer the dressing to a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid until you are ready to serve.
• Put the spinach in a large serving bowl, then top with the orange segments, celery, and red onions. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• When ready to serve, break the caramelized almonds into bite-size pieces and scatter over the top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.
• Lightly grease a 10-inch square of aluminum foil with butter or vegetable oil and set aside.
• Combine 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, swirling occasionally, until the sugar turns a golden amber color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the almonds and stir to coat. Continue cooking until the almonds are fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Transfer to the prepared aluminum foil, using a spoon to spread into a thin layer, and set aside to cool completely.
• With a thin, sharp knife, cut the peel and bitter white pith from the oranges, 1 at a time. Working over a bowl to catch the juices, cut in between the membranes to release the segments. Reserve the segments in a separate bowl. Combine 1/4 cup orange juice, the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, the Champagne vinegar, olive oil, orange zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne in a mixing bowl and whisk to blend. Transfer the dressing to a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid until you are ready to serve.
• Put the spinach in a large serving bowl, then top with the orange segments, celery, and red onions. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• When ready to serve, break the caramelized almonds into bite-size pieces and scatter over the top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.

LAYERED SPINACH & ORANGE SALAD

Steps:

• Arrange the spinach, oranges and onion on a serving plate. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, marmalade, salt and pepper. Pour over salad. Top with cheese.