SPRING SALAD WITH FRUIT, FETA, AND PECANS

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We love this fresh and fruity salad. It's beautiful, colorful and so yummy. The strawberries and mandarin oranges are just sweet enough to mix with the savory feta cheese. The nuttiness of the pecans is a great addition. What really brings this all together is the homemade raspberry vinaigrette. It's the perfect balance of...

Provided by Angela (Grammy) Derby

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

SALAD INGREDIENTS:
4 c spring mix greens, washed and rinsed well
1 can(s) mandarin oranges, drained, 4 oz.
6 medium strawberries, washed and sliced
1/3 c crumbled Feta cheese
1/4 c chopped pecans
RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE
6 tsp raspberry preserves
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • 1. Raspberry Vinaigrette: Blend all ingredients together well, (a small whisk works great). Drizzle over salad just before serving.
  • 2. Wash and dry the greens well, then just before serving, plate each individual salad bowl with the greens.
  • 3. Divide the oranges, strawberries, feta cheese and chopped pecans onto each plate for a beautiful presentation. (The pecans can be toasted for a nuttier flavor, if desired.)
  • 4. Lightly drizzle with the vinaigrette just before serving, and put the rest of it on the table in case anyone wants more with their salad.

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