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                                            Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    A crisp salad is the perfect complement to any summer meal. With its tangy dressing and fresh ingredients, this recipe has become one of our family's favorites. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                4 to 6 cups torn fresh spinach  |  
                                                1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms  |  
                                                1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained  |  
                                                1 cup cherry tomatoes  |  
                                                1/4 cup bacon bits  |  
                                                2 green onions, sliced  |  
                                                dressing:  |  
                                                6 tablespoons canola oil  |  
                                                2 tablespoons cider vinegar  |  
                                                2 tablespoons sugar  |  
                                                1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon celery seed  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon salt  |  
                                                pepper to taste  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large bowl, toss the first six ingredients. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all dressing ingredients and shake well. Pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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