Description
Experience a burst of flavors with this delightful Mandarin Pasta Spinach Salad with Teriyaki Dressing. Combining tender bowtie pasta, fresh spinach, sweet mandarin oranges, and a rich teriyaki dressing, this salad is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a quick weeknight meal, or bringing a dish to a potluck, this vibrant salad is both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s not only quick to make but also packed with healthy ingredients that your family will love.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 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 cup oil (vegetable or olive)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a jar, combine teriyaki sauce, rice apple vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, sugar, and oil. Shake until well combined.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, spinach, craisins, nuts, mandarin oranges, and cilantro.
- Toss with the dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider mixing in grilled chicken or tofu. Customize the nuts based on your preference; toasted nuts enhance flavor. This salad is best served chilled; allow it to sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.