Spinach, Strawberry and Walnut Salad

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package baby spinach
• 6 strawberries, sliced thinly
• 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
• 1 cup walnuts, halves
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Mix the water and 1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar and heat up until all the sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   In a bowl toss the walnuts in the sugary water.

4. 4

   Place the walnuts on a cookie sheet and bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the nuts are "dry" to the touch.

5. 5

   Remove nuts and set aside to cool.

6. 6

   To make the salad dressing mix the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, garlic, and basil in a small bowl and mix thoroughly with a fork until the salt and sugar has dissolved.

7. 7

   In a large salad bowl add the spinach, strawberries and green onions.

8. 8

   Add the salad dressing and toss the all the ingredients.

9. 9

   Finally add the walnuts and toss lightly.

10. 10

    Serve the salad with bread or as a side dish.