Strawberry Spinach Salad

I can't believe I've never blogged this recipe. It is one of my all-time favorite salads to make for company and I threw it into the Mother's Day brunch menu at the last minute.

This salad is SO great because the sugar in the dressing adheres to the strawberries (making that great natural glaze) and to the walnuts (creating almost a candied walnut) plus it's light and full of flavor. A great summer salad!

Dressing:
½ c. canola or vegetable oil
1/3 c. sugar
¼ c. apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
¼ t. salt
¼ t. paprika
1/8 t. pepper

Salad:
6 c. spinach leaves, tossed mixed greens or romaine
2½ c. sliced strawberries
1 c. fancy shredded cheddar cheese
½ c. chopped walnuts

Mix dressing ingredients in a jar with lid; shake well to mix. Toss with remaining ingredients. Serves 6-8.