Salad
- 10 oz spinach linguine pasta
- 4 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup craisins
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 4 oz can mandarin oranges, drained
Dressing:
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- ½ cup of olive oil
- 1 TB sugar
- Prepare pasta according to directions on package. Once cooked, drain in a strainer and run the colander of pasta under cold water Once pasta is completely cool, set aside to let it drain. In a separate bowl, toss spinach, craisins, almonds and mandarin oranges together and set aside.
- It is easiest to prepare the dressing by using a jar with a lid. Add all ingredients into the jar except the olive oil. Pour half of the oil into the jar, and shake until emulsified. Repeat the process with the second half of the oil. See photos below to see what the dressing looks like before and after mixing.
- Toss the pasta, salad mix, and the dressing and serve immediately. This is a great dish to make ahead of time and take out for an easy meal. It is best to store the dressing, pasta, and spinach mixture in separate containers so that your greens and pasta can maintain their original textures.
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