Hearts of Palm and Spinach Salad

Prep time: 30 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

This fresh and different salad combines spinach leaves with hearts of palm, creamy avocado pieces, tomatoes, and mushrooms. Served with a sweet and spicy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

2 (10 ounce) bags fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
1 (14 1/4 ounce) can hearts of palm, drained and chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes
2 large avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 (10 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1 In a large serving bowl, toss the spinach with hearts of palm, tomatoes, avocados, mushrooms, and almonds.
2 Combine oil, vinegar, ketchup, garlic and sugar in a jar. Season with salt, mustard and paprika. Cover with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously until well blended.
3 Before serving, pour dressing over salad, and toss to coat evenly.