Chinese Chopped Salad

INGREDIENTS

• 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
• 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