Best Heavenly Mixed Greens With Fruit Recipes

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FRUITED MIXED GREENS SALAD



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Thanks to all the fruits and veggies in this attention-getting side salad, you'll enjoy a good dose of antioxidants. Ann Yarber - Goldsby, OK

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup fresh arugula or additional fresh baby spinach
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup canned diced beets
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sliced radishes
DRESSING:
2/3 cup fat-free poppy seed salad dressing
3 tablespoons red raspberry preserves
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CANDIED WALNUTS



Mixed Greens Salad with Strawberries and Candied Walnuts image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup walnuts
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons blush wine vinegar
2 tablespoons hot water
2 teaspoons mixed berry jam
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Pinch kosher salt
10 ounces mixed greens
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 cup candied walnuts (or pecans)
1/2 cup feta cheese
Blush wine vinaigrette, homemade (recipe follows) or store bought

Steps:

  • To make the candied walnuts: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and salt and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar melts and caramelizes, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a silicone mat-lined baking sheet and let cool completely, 20 minutes.
  • To make the vinaigrette: In a jar with a lid, add the sugar, vinegar, hot water, mixed berry jam, and garlic powder. Add the oil and salt. Cover and shake vigorously to combine.
  • To make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens and 1/2 cup of the strawberries. Add the vinaigrette to taste and toss until the greens are coated. Top with the remaining strawberries and sprinkle the feta cheese and candied walnuts on top.

MIXED GREENS WITH PASSION FRUIT DRESSING



Mixed Greens with Passion Fruit Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup passion fruit pulp
1/2 cup almond oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 head red leaf lettuce
1 bunch arugula
1 head Boston lettuce
1/2 red pepper, julienned
1/2 orange pepper, julienned
1/2 yellow pepper, julienned
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 package pear or cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Mix together passion fruit pulp, almond oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Mix together red leaf lettuce, arugula, and Boston lettuce. Top greens with peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Add passion fruit dressing and toss.

FRESH GREEN BEANS WITH HEAVEN SAUCE



Fresh Green Beans with Heaven Sauce image

Wonderful side dish that will make even the green bean haters beg for more. Created from my own trial and error. It is perfect now.

Provided by J.B. David

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add sesame seeds; cook and stir until sesame seeds are golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix soy sauce, mayonnaise, sriracha hot sauce, and allspice into onion mixture. Add green beans and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1085.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

MIXED GREENS AND FRUIT SALAD



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This recipe comes from The Diabetic Cookbook. It can be easily adapted for any occassion or season. The variety of fruit and berries can be endless. I have often added grilled chicken or shrimp to make a complete meal. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup mixed fruit (Blueberries; Strawberries, quartered; blackberries; raspberries; pineapple; mandarin orange segments)
1/3 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons salad oil
4 teaspoons brown mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons snipped of fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, mixed together mixed greens, mushrooms, zucchini and fruit.
  • In a jar combine the dressing ingredients; cover and shake until combined.
  • Pour over salad just before serving, toss to coat.

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