Tossed Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Almonds

This salad sounds a little strange, but trust me (and my mom) it's really good! Not only is the dressing good, but the mandarin oranges and almonds truly make the salad! 
2 tbs minced parsley
2 tbs balsamic vinegar
1 tbs extra virgin olive oil
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tbs water
8 cups torn romaine lettuve
3 celery stalks, sliced
8 scallions, sliced
1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 tbs sliced almonds, toasted ( to toast: place almonds in small nonstick skillet over med. heat, cook stirring constatntly until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes)
In a small bowl combine the first 8 ingredients; mix well. In a large bowl combine the lettuce, celery and scallions. Add the dressing; toss to coat. Serve topped with the oranges and almonds.

With hungry thoughts from the kitchen;
Gabrielle W.
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. ~1 Corinthians 10:31