Cook’s Corner

Mandarin Orange Salad

You’ll need:

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• pinch of pepper to taste

• 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained

• 1 (6- to 9-ounce) bag mixed greens

• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

• 1/4 cup slivered almonds

What to do:

1. Combine olive oil, vinegar, sugar and pepper in a jar; shake well.

2. In a bowl, add oranges to dressing mixture and chill for 30 minutes.

3. Place lettuce greens in a bowl; mix in red bell pepper.

4. Gently mix in dressing.

5. Top with slivered almonds. Serves 4 to 6.