Fresh & Fruity Spinach Salad

From Country Woman mag April/May 2009.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) package  fresh  Baby Spinach
• 1  medium nectarine, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped fresh strawberries
• 2  medium kiwi fruits, peeled and diced
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped walnuts, toasted

• Strawberry Vinaigrette

• 1⁄2 cup  halved fresh strawberries
• 1  tablespoon  balsamic vinegar
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄3 cup  plus 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, nectarine, strawberries, kiwi and walnuts.
2. Place the first six vinaigrette ingredients in a blender; cover and process for 15 seconds. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
3. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.