Cranberry Mandarin Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette

By Jac_M

Ingredients

• DRESSING:
• 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
• 2 cups torn red leaf lettuce
• 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
• 3 tablespoons walnut oil
• 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
• 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped shallot
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Yield: 8 servings.