Strawberry Spinach Salad


Chef
amcolorado
Submitted
August 28th 2010
CuisineAmerican
CategorySalad
LevelBeginner
Servings
4
Rating
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Ingredients


1/2 c. sliced almonds
1/2 c. sugar
1 t salt
1/2 c vegetable oil
1/4 c white wine viegar
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 t paprika
2 T poppy seeds
red onion, thinly sliced
strawberries, sliced (use egg slicer)
baby spinach
bleu cheese crumbles, optional
avocado, optional


Fresh and crisp strawberry, spinach, and caramelized almond salad


Directions


Caramelize 1/2 c sugar and almonds over medium high heat in a heavy skillet, stirring occasionally. Removed to waxed paper and let cool. Whisk together salt, oil, vinegar, 1/2 c sugar, paprika, and poppy seeds. If stored in refrigerator, bring to room temperature before serving. Put remaining ingredients in salad bowl and toss with dressing. Sprinkle with almonds