Step 1

Mix celery, parsley, and onions. Refrigerate.

Step 2

Drain mandarin oranges and put them in the refrigerator. (You can keep some of the juice to add to the dressing also if you wish.)

Step 3

Wash and dry strawberries. Slice and refrigerate.

Step 4

DRESSING: Mix ingredients thoroughly and refrigerate. (The dressing will keep for several days.) Shake well before adding to the salad.

Step 5

GARNISH: To caramelize almonds, put sugar and almonds in a frying pan on medium heat and stir constantly until almonds are lightly browned. Place them on a piece of wax paper to cool.

Step 6

SERVE: Place spinach in a bowl. Add the celery mixture, mandarin oranges, strawberries, and almonds. and dressing. Toss and Serve!

Step 7

Place salad on a plate and drizzle with dressing.