Friday, May 1, 2009

Fresh and Fruity Spinach Salad

From the 2009 Country Woman Salad Countest.

1 pkg. fresh baby spinach (6 oz.)
1 med. nectarine, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Strawberry Vinaigrette
1/2 cup halved fresh strawberries
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp dried tarragon
1/8 tsp pepper
1/3 cup plus 2 tbsp olive oil

Combine the spinach, nectarine, strawberries, kiwi and walnuts in a large bowl.
Place the first six vinaigrette ingredients in a blender and blend 15 secs. While processing slowly add the oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad, toss to coat and serve immediately. Yields 10 servings.

No caloric information given.

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