Strawberry Spinach Salad

My sister-in-law Rozanne Mullin of John Day tried a serving of this salad at a graduation party in La Grande. She liked it so much, she asked for the recipe and served it at a recent family gathering where I tried it and loved it. We should rename it “Strawberry Mountain Salad” after the nearby mountains.

For a speedier way to make this salad, see Rozanne's "Quick Tip" below. Thanks for the great recipe Rozanne!

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Dressing:
2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
1 Tbsp. poppy seeds
½ C. white sugar
½ C. olive oil
1/4 C. white vinegar
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp. onion, minced

Blend and chill for one hour.

Salad:
10 oz. fresh spinach
1 qt. strawberries, sliced
1/4 C. blanched slivered almonds

Pour dressing over salad and toss, and refrigerate 10-15 minutes. Before serving sprinkle with 1/4 C. blanched slivered almonds.

Rozanne’s Quick Tip: Use about 3/4 C. store-bought poppy-seed dressing, just add sesame seeds, paprika, Worcestershire sauce and the minced onion and stir.