Berry-Mandarin Topped Salad

By Hklbrries

This recipe was tested in an 850 watt microwave

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 1/4 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard
• 1/2 tsp grated onion
• 1/4 tsp celery seed
• Dash salt
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 8 cups torn mixed salad greens
• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 medium sweet onion, sliced and separated into rings
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• 4 veggie bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Preparation

Step 1

In a 2-cup microwav-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 veggie bacon. Drizzle with dressing; gently toss.