SPINACH, STRAWBERRY, MANDARIN SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING

Spinach, Strawberry, Mandarin Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing image

Provided by Cathy17

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch fresh spinach
2 pints sliced fresh strawberries, cut into thirds
1 (4 ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained, reserving 2 tsp of the juice for the dressing
1 fresh kiwi, sliced in quarters
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons minced onions

Steps:

Combine all dressing ingredients, mix well and refrigerate.
Make well ahead to allow flavors to blend.
Taste dressing and adjust sugar/vinegar for your sweet/tart taste preferences.
Tear fresh spinach into bite sized pieces, wash and pat dry.
Wash strawberries, drain, pat dry and cut in thirds.
Shake dressing container well and toss with spinach, strawberries, kiwi and mandarin orange sections just before serving, otherwise the spinach will wilt.
This makes a wonderfully tart, slightly sweet and very colorful salad!