Crunchy Romaine Salad with Sweet Sesame Vinaigrette

Name: Crunchy Romaine Salad with Sweet Sesame Vinaigrette
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mandarin syrup, from canned mandarin oranges in light syrup; 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, toasted; 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon instant ramen seasoning; One .3-ounce package instant ramen noodles; 1 cup sliced almonds; 2 romaine hearts, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 cups broccoli florets, blanched; 1 cup shredded carrots; One 10.5-ounce can mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 5 scallions, sliced (about 1/2 cup)