MUSHROOM SPINACH SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING

Mushroom Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing image

"I love salads...especially refreshing ones that taste great!" says Michelle Bagwell of Alamosa, Colorado. "This simple salad has it all and is very adaptable. If you love bacon bits, spinach or cheese, add a little more to suit your personal taste."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

3 cups torn iceberg lettuce
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 tablespoon real bacon bits
DRESSING:
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/8 teaspoon prepared mustard

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.