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Mandarin Pasta Spinach Salad

Based on the recipe found here.

MANDARIN PASTA SPINACH SALAD

8 oz. bowtie pasta noodles
4 c. spinach leaves
1/2 c. dried cranberries
1/3 c. pine nuts
1 4-oz can mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 c. cilantro leaves, roughly chopped

Dressing
1/3 c. teriyaki sauce
1/3 c. rice wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. olive oil

Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside. While pasta is boiling, prepare the dressing. In a jar combine all dressing ingredients. Cover and shake to combine. Chill until ready to use. In a large bowl toss together pasta, spinach, raisins, nuts, mandarin oranges, and cilantro. Just before serving pour dressing over salad, toss, and serve.

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