Mandarin Almond Salad

INGREDIENTS

• 1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and chopped
• 2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
• 6 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ground black pepper to taste