LETTUCE WITH APRICOT SALAD AND HONEY-RASPBERRY DRESSING
Not only do the apricots add a beautiful color to this salad, but they contain nutrients to help hearts and eyes. To our diets they add vitamin A (a powerful antioxidant) and C, potassium, beta-carotene and that much needed dietary fiber.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Fruit
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Tear lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place in bowl and sprinkle with apricots.
- Process olive oil, vinegar, honey and onion or shallot.
- Pour dressing over lettuce and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange over Boston lettuce on individual plates. Spoon lettuce/apricot mixture over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.5, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 13.4, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 21.2, Protein 2.3
APRICOT VINAIGRETTE DRESSING
Apricot preserves sweetly flavor this bright apricot vinaigrette. It may become your favorite dressing!
Provided by Rachel Gurk
Categories Salad Dressings & Toppings
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl or jar, warm preserves in microwave for 20 seconds to liquify.
- Whisk in remaining ingredients until emulsified.
- Use immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Allow to come to room temperature before using and shake well.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 9 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g
FAVORITE RASPBERRY TOSSED SALAD
Our home economists tossed together mixed greens, fresh raspberries, mushrooms, feta cheese and more in this pretty salad. Toasted pecan halves add fun crunch...and a homemade raspberry dressing brings a delicious tan to the mix!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the fruit spread, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE
Who knew you could add fruit to dressings? This raspberry vinaigrette is sweet and tart, making it the perfect summer dressing for any salad. -Debbie Jones, Hollywood, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5m
Yield about 3/4 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Just before serving, shake dressing again.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRUIT SALAD WITH APRICOT DRESSING
When I serve this lovely refreshing salad for picnics and holidays, the bowl empties fast. -Carol Lambert, El Dorado, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 26 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, stir the sugar, cornstarch and apricot nectar until smooth. Microwave, uncovered, on high until slightly thickened, 4-6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Stir in the vanilla. Refrigerate. , In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Drizzle with dressing; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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