2 tablespoons cider vinegar

2 tablespoons honey

1-1/4 teaspoons lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

1/2 teaspoon grated onion

1/4 teaspoon celery seed

Dash of salt

1/3 cup vegetable oil

8 cups torn mixed salad greens

2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained

1 medium sweet onion, sliced and separated into rings

1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

 

In a 2 cup microwave safe bowl, combine the first 9 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 bacon.  Drizzle with dressing; gently toss.

 

Yields 12-14 servings.