This dressing combines all my favorite Asian flavors. Add cooked chicken or shrimp for a complete full flavored but low calorie meal.

1 pound fresh spinach (1 large bunch) washed and stems removed

Dressing:
1 large clove garlic, finely minced
1 T minced fresh ginger
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 T rice vinegar
2 T fresh lime juice
2 T soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
1/8 tsp red chile flakes
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup peanut oil

Garnish:  2 T freshly chopped mint leaves;  1/3 cup chopped peanuts

Place spinach leaves in a large salad bowl. Thoroughly combine all dressing ingredients in a food processor or blender. Process until well blended.  Toss dressing with spinach, garnish with mint leave and peanuts and serve.

Serves 4

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