Saturday, January 22, 2011

Berry Mandarin Tossed Salad

Dressing:
1/4 C sugar
2 T cider vinegar
2 T honey
1 1/4 t lemon juice
1/2 t paprika
1/2 t ground mustard
1/2 t grated onion
1/4 t celery seed
Dash salt
1/3 C vegetable oil

Salad:
Torn mixed salad greens
2 C sliced fresh strawberries
1 can drained mandarin oranges
1 medium sweet onion, sliced into rings
1/3 C slivered almonds
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

In a 2 cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes; stir until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in oil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, strawberries, oranges, onion, almonds and bacon. Drizzle with dressing an gently toss to coat.

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