Cindy's Spinach Salad

Submitted by HVA3764

"This recipe came from my friend, Cindy and is a favorite with everyone who tries it. When I take it to gatherings, I carry the dressing, oranges, bacon and avocados separately and assemble just before serving."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• Dressing

• 1 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup cider vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh pepper
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1⁄2 teaspoon celery salt

• Salad

• 3 bunches spinach
• 24 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 lb bacon, fried, drained and crumbled
• 2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
• 2 avocados, chopped

directions

1. Mix dressing ingredients together and refrigerate.
2. Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl.
3. Lift dressing out of fridge about 15 minutes before serving.
4. Pour over salad and toss well.