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Turkey, Mandarin and Poppy Seed Salad

Source: Diabetic Cooking

Both the red leaf lettuce and spinach in this recipe are very high in vitamin A.



1/4 cup orange juice
1-1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
5 cups torn stemmed washed red leaf lettuce
2 cups torn stemmed washed spinach
1/2 pound honey roasted turkey breast, cut into 1/2-inch julienne strips
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

In small bowl, combine orange juice, vinegar, poppy seeds, oil, mustard and pepper. Set aside. In large bowl, toss together lettuce, spinach, turkey and oranges. Pour dressing over turkey mixture and serve immediately.