TROPICAL SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE VINAIGRETTE

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I had a similar salad at Sweet Tomatoes, but this one is even better. I found a recipe online at Allrecipes, but tweaked it to my own tastes. Toasting the coconut and macadamia nuts is important!

Provided by mykidslightmylife

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 slices bacon, browned & crumbled
1/2 cup fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 teaspoons sugar (can use Splenda) (optional)
fresh ground black pepper
salt
1 (10 ounce) package chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1 cup chopped and toasted macadamia nuts
3 green onions, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In blender, combine pineapple, red wine vinegar, oil, sugar, pepper and salt. Blend until pineapple is smooth and ingredients are incorporated.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, pineapple, macadamia nuts, green onions and bacon. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.8, Fat 49.2, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 23.1, Sodium 303.1, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 7.9

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