25 minutes or less

What You’ll Need:

For the tortilla strips;

4 corn tortillas

1 Tbsp olive oil

salt to taste

parchment paper or a silicone mat

For the dressing:

2 Tbsp white vinegar

1/4 c olive oil

1/2 Tbsp PURE maple syrup

salt & pepper to taste

For the salad:

1 (5-8oz) bag salad greens, any variety

1/3 bunch (2-3) green onions, trimmed & sliced thin

1 sweet bell pepper, any color, seeded & sliced

1/2 c almond slivers

1 (8-12oz) can mandarin oranges, in juice, drained & rinsed

OPTIONAL: poppyseeds for sprinkling (these give this salad a super nutty added crunch! Not recommended on a first date ;)

Preheat oven to 375*

Prep the tortilla strips by brushing each side lightly with olive oil. Stack the 4 tortillas and slice into strips using a pizza cutter or a knife.

Spread strips evenly on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Finish lightly with salt and pop into the oven for 15 minutes.

Next, whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

Divide salad ingredients evenly among (2) plates, or into one large serving bowl.

Toss with dressing and top with tortilla strips just before diving in. You’ll be so happy you did!

Serves 2