Chinese Chopped Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

SALAD
1 head lettuce, favorite type, torn into bit-sized pieces
1/2 - 3/4 cup chopped scallion, white and light green parts
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup shredded carrot
3/4 cup chow mein noodles
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
DRESSING
1/3 cup oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix together all salad ingredients EXCEPT sesame seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well.
Sprinkle top w/ sesame seeds and serve.