Berry-Mandarin Tossed Salad

¼ c. agave nectar

2 Tb. Cider vinegar

1 ¼ tsp lemon juice

½ tsp. Paprika

½ tsp ground mustard

½ grated onion

¼ tsp celery seed

Dash of salt

1/3 c. vegetable oil

8 cups torn mixed salad greens

2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained

1 medium sweet onion, sliced into rings

1/3 c. slivered almonds or walnuts

4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, if desired

Combine the first 8 ingredients, whisk in oil.  Cover and refrigerate until serving.  In a salad bowl, combine the greens, strawberries, oranges, onion, almonds and bacon.  Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.