Name: Mandarin Pasta Spinach Salad with Teriyaki Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 8 ounces bowtie pasta noodles; 4 cups spinach leaves; ½ cup craisins; ⅓ cup pine nuts (or cashews); 1 4-ounce can mandarin oranges (drained); ¼ cup cilantro leaves (roughly chopped); ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce (the thicker, the better!); ⅓ cup rice apple vinegar (may sub apple cider vinegar); ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder (if you have it); ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon sugar; ½ cup oil (such as vegetable oil, canola oil, olive oil)

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Mandarin Pasta Spinach Salad with Teriyaki Dressing. This quick and easy dish combines fresh spinach, tangy mandarin oranges, and a homemade teriyaki dressing for a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Perfect as a refreshing main course or a colorful side, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering. In just 15 minutes, you’ll create a nutritious dish packed with vitamins and irresistible flavor that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces bowtie pasta noodles
4 cups spinach leaves
½ cup craisins
⅓ cup pine nuts (or cashews)
1 4-ounce can mandarin oranges (drained)
¼ cup cilantro leaves (roughly chopped)
⅓ cup teriyaki sauce (the thicker, the better!)
⅓ cup rice apple vinegar (may sub apple cider vinegar)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder (if you have it)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
½ cup oil (such as vegetable oil, canola oil, olive oil)

Instructions

Cook 8 ounces of bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a jar, combine 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, and ½ cup oil. Shake well and chill.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with 4 cups spinach leaves, ½ cup craisins, ⅓ cup pine nuts (or cashews), and a drained can of mandarin oranges.
Just before serving, drizzle the chilled dressing over the salad and toss gently.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize by adding grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein. Serve chilled to enhance the refreshing taste.