Tangerine Tossed Salad

Tangerine Tossed Salad

Vegan Sweet and Spicy Fruit Salad

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 35m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (15 Reviews)
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Nutritional Information

138
calories
9g
fat
0
cholesterol
105mg
sodium
14g
carbohydrate
3g
protein
Tangerine Tossed Salad

Recipe Description

This quick and simple Tangerine Tossed Salad is so good and I bet you’ll soon be adding this to your list of most popular salad choices.

A heavenly medley of tangerine segments tossed with caramelized almond slices, crunchy lettuce and green onions in a cider vinegar with olive oil, salt and pepper. Enjoy this fresh salad on its own or partner it with a lean fillet steak and red wine.

To make Tangerine Tossed Salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Tangerine Tossed Salad

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Caramelize almonds

    25 min
    Step 1 - Tangerine Tossed SaladStep 1 - Tangerine Tossed Salad

    In a small skillet over medium-low heat, combine and stir the almonds and 2 tablespoons sugar. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the sugar is melted and the almonds are toasted. Remove from the heat.

  2. 2

    Peel tangerines

    5 min
    Step 2 - Tangerine Tossed Salad

    Peel tangerine into segments and reserve 1 tablespoon juice.

  3. 3

    Combine salad ingredients

    3 min
    Step 3 - Tangerine Tossed Salad

    In a large salad bowl, toss lettuce, onions, tangerines and almonds until combined.

  4. 4

    Prepare dressing

    2 min
    Step 4 - Tangerine Tossed Salad

    In a small mixing bowl, whisk cider vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper, reserved tangerine juice and remaining sugar. Pour over the salad.

  5. 5

    Serve

    1 min
    Step 5 - Tangerine Tossed Salad

    Toss salad to coat in dressing and serve.

This Tangerine Tossed Salad has so many tastes and flavors that will burst in your mouth with each forkful. Sweet and salty, tangy and spicy, there is nothing missing in this simple salad. Do you love this idea? Let us know and tag #cookmerecipes online.

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Frankie
May 5, 2025
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Man, this Tangerine Tossed Salad is the bomb. Whipped it up for my wife on a sunny day, and we loved it! Those tangerines with the almonds are a match made in heaven.

Nora
February 5, 2024
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I tried the Tangerine Tossed Salad last weekend for a family gathering, and it was simply great! The tangerines added a refreshing touch that paired well with the almonds. My kids loved it, and I felt proud serving such a healthy and quick dish. Definately adding this to our regular meals!

Katherine
December 9, 2023
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So simple yet sooo delicious! Loved the tangerines!

Uni
October 16, 2023
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This salad is so delish! I made it for my husband's bday dinner, and it totally wowed everyone. The tangerines are super refreshing, and it was easy to whip up. Absolutely loved it!

Ginny
October 6, 2023
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This salad is a new family fav

Tina
October 6, 2023
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Freshest salad ever

Chris
September 18, 2023
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I made the Tangerine Tossed Salad last weekend for a family gathering. Everyone loved it! The tangerines added a bright, fresh twist, and it was super easy to throw together. It was a showstopper next to the steak. Definitely a new favorite!

David
August 25, 2023
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So fresh, delicious!

Sam
January 18, 2023
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Superb fresh salad!

Megan
December 25, 2022
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! The tangerines add a fun twist, I could eat this every day.

Tina Johnson
April 7, 2022
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Fantastic! Made it for a family picnic, and everyone loved it. The tangerine adds a sweet touch that brightens up the day!

Yvonne
March 31, 2022
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This salad hit the spot! It’s so easy to whip up. My kids loved the tangerines, and I enjoyed it with some grilled chicken. Yum!

Izzy
October 13, 2021
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Superb flavors! Made it for picnic.

Emily Johnson
May 26, 2020
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So totally delicious!

Athina
November 26, 2019
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I love it! Thanks for sharing recipe!

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