Hearts of Palm and Spinach Salad

Ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) bags fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
• 1 (14.25 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

In a large serving bowl, toss the spinach with hearts of palm, tomatoes, avocados, mushrooms, and almonds.

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.

Before serving, pour dressing over salad, and toss to coat evenly.