3 c. cooked, cubed chicken
1/2 lb. fresh pea pods, lightly steamed until tender-crisp
5 c. torn-fresh spinach
6 nectarines, thinly sliced
1/2 c. walnut pieces

DRESSING:

1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. vinegar
2 tbsp. dry sherry
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tsp. sugar

Combine dressing ingredients in a jar. Shake and chill. Combine chicken, pea pods, spinach, nectarines, and walnuts in a medium bowl. Pour half of the chilled dressing on top and toss to coat well. Add more dressing to taste. Serve immediately. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.