Fruited Spinach Salad

• 1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges in light syrup (undrained)
• 1/4 tsp. unflavored gelatin
• 1 tsp. lemon juice, divided
• 1 tsp. poppy seed
• 1/2 lb. fresh spinach, washed, trimmed and torn
• 1 1/2 c. chopped red apple
• 1/2 c. thinly sliced celery
• 1/3 c. raisins
• 2 Tbsp. unsalted sunflower kernels

1. Drain oranges, reserving 1/2 cup liquid.
2. Set oranges aside. Combine 1/2 cup liquid and gelatin in a small, nonaluminum saucepan; let stand 1 minute.
3. Place over medium heat; cook 2 minutes or until gelatin dissolves, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice and poppy seed.
5. Pour into a glass or stainless steel bowl.
6. Cover; chill 3 hours. Combine oranges, remaining 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, spinach and next 3 ingredients in a bowl; toss gently.
7. Arrange spinach mixture on 6 individual salad plates.
8. Drizzle dressing evenly over salads and sprinkle with sunflower kernels.
9. Yields 6 servings, about 84 calories per serving.

mandarin oranges, unflavored gelatin, lemon juice, poppy seed, fresh spinach, red apple, celery, raisins, unsalted sunflower kernels

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=316955 (may not work)