EXOTIC FRUIT SALAD
Makes 6 servings Each serving equals three 5 A Day servings
INGREDIENTS 1 head romaine lettuce 1 head Belgian endive 1 cup fresh mint leaves 2 large oranges 2 ugli fruit ½ cup pineapple juice 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 3 Tbsp sugar 1/8 tsp salt ½ tsp ground cinnamon 3 Tbsp walnut oil ½ cup golden raisins 1/3 cup walnuts or macadamia nuts, chopped and toasted 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Wash and dry lettuce, endive, and mint; set aside in a large bowl.
Peel oranges and ugli fruit, removing all the pith. Divide into segments and place in a bowl.
In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and walnut oil. Mix well; set aside.
Toss the chilled greens with the dressing to taste.
Place greens on a large platter and top with orange and ugli fruit segments, raisins, and nuts.
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories 282, Protein 5g, Fat 14g, Calories From Fat 44%, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 37g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 83mg.
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