Mandarin Almond Salad... So fast, so easy and so refreshing

Mandarin Almond Salad

Salad dressing:

1/4 cup salad oil

2 Tablespoons sugar

2 Tablespoons vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

dash of pepper

1 Tablespoon snipped parsley

Place ingredients in a cruet or jar and shake to mix well. Refrigerate.

Topping:

1/4 cup sliced almonds

4 teaspoons granulated sugar

In a large non stick skillet over low heat, evenly sprinkle the sugar. When the sugar has melted add the almonds. Stir to evenly coat almonds and to keep them almonds from clumping together. When the almonds have a nice golden color, remove from heat. Cool on a large dinner plate. Pull apart into small pieces with two forks. Use to garnish the salad.

Salad:

Greens of choice

1 cup chopped celery

2 Tablespoons chopped green onions

1 11-oz. can mandarin oranges, drained.