Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup white sugar (I used Splenda)
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon poppy seed
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 4 cups cleaned dry baby spinach
• 1 cup strawberries, halved or quartered
• 1/4 cup packaged sliced honey almonds (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Whisk together the sugar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sesame oil, dried onion, paprika, oil and vinegar.

2. 2

   Refrigerate until chilled.

3. 3

   In a salad bowl, toss spinach and strawberries with some of the dressing.

4. 4

   You will have more dressing than you will need.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with sliced almonds if desired.