MEXICAN CHRISTMAS EVE SALAD

Mexican Christmas Eve Salad image

One of several Christmas Eve recipes I traditionally prepare to share at a posada party (Mexican Christmas celebration). The unique combination of ingredients makes this salad interesting, yet tasty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (15 ounces) sliced beets, drained
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 large apple, sliced
1 medium banana, sliced
1 medium jicama, peeled and julienned
2 to 3 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1 medium lime, cut into wedges
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red or white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
Dash salt

Steps:

On a large platter, arrange the pineapple, beets, oranges, apple, banana and jicama over romaine. Sprinkle with peanuts and pomegranate seeds. Garnish with lime. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 3g protein.