Sunday, October 15, 2006

Citrus Sunshine Salad

Refresh your taste buds with this sweet and citrus salad! Ginger and nutmeg fill the dressing with a delightful tang-add chicken breast for added protein! Yields 6 servings.

Ingredients:
  • 2 Oranges, peeled and sliced
  • 1 Grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
  • 1 (20 oz) can unsweetened pineapple chunks, do not drain
  • 1/2 cup Fat-Free sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Fat-Free milk
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 cups torn leaf lettuce
  • 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped and toasted pecans
  • *Optional* grilled chicken breast, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

  1. Combine the oranges, grapefruit and pineapple in a large bowl; cover and place in refrigerator.
  2. In another bowl combine the sour cream, milk, brown sugar, orange peel, ginger and nutmeg; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  3. Divide lettuce and avocado between six salad plates. Arrange fruit over lettuce.
  4. Drizzle salad with dressing; sprinkle with nuts *and chicken*

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