Whether you live in a city that celebrates Mardi Gras or not, make sure you celebrate with a delicious festive Mardi Gras Menu! What better way to start off your trim and terrific meal than with this Mardi Gras Salad. Get in the spirit with this festive Mardi Gras Salad recipe of oranges, bacon, carrots, red onions, and green spinach representing Mardi Gras colors with a delicious slightly sweet dressing.

 

 

INGREDIENTS

In a small bowl, whisk together the onion, vinegar, sugar, mustard and olive oil. Refrigerate until ready to toss salad. In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, spinach, red onion, mandarin oranges, carrots and bacon. Toss dressing with salad when ready to serve.

 

Calories 112, Calories from fat (%) 50, Fat (g) 7, Saturated Fat (g) 1, Cholesterol (mg) 2, Sodium (mg) 78, Carbohydrate (g) 13, Dietary Fiber (g) 2, Protein (g) 2, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 1/2 fat

 

Terrific Tip: Cook bacon in the microwave for crispy bacon without the fat. Drain on paper towels after cooking. Center cut bacon is a better choice to use.