A Simple Summer Salad on a Budget

Every time I am invited to a barbecue, I bring along this simple summer salad that can be assembled for under $10.00.

Here's the recipe:

1. One bag of bib lettuce
2. One can of Mandarin oranges
3. Two cups of cooked bow tie noodles
4. Two cups of chopped, cooked chicken breast
5. One cup of cubed cucumbers
6. Red wine vinegar or similar salad dressing
7. Sliced almonds - optional

Gently mix all of the above ingredients together and serve.