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Spinach Salad
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 4
Made this last night - very flavorful dressing. I got this recipe from Cottage Living, 6/2006, and made it with some adjustments. It originally called for 3 tablespoons sesame oil, so if you don't worry about fat intake (and are familiar with the relatively strong taste of sesame oil), go for it. Added a cup of leftover grape tomatoes. Also substituted maple syrup for the honey and I think it worked out well.
Ingredients:
6 ounces baby spinach leaves
1 -2 medium carrot (grated or julienned, about 1 cup)
1/2 cucumber, peeled and sliced (seeding optional)
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (white, black, any combination)
1 cup grape tomatoes (optional)
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 -3 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey or 1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
1. Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender, food processor or covered cruet and process or shake well until blended (I let my blender mince garlic I had sliced).
2. Combine salad ingredients except for sesame seeds into a large bowl. Toss well with dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
By RecipeOfHealth.com