Best 4 Fruity Green Salad Recipes

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant salad that's packed with flavor? Fruity green salad is the perfect choice! This delightful dish combines the crispness of fresh greens with the sweetness of fruit, creating a delightful contrast that will tantalize your taste buds. With a variety of fruits and greens to choose from, you can customize your salad to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a light and tangy dressing or a creamy and flavorful one, there's a dressing to complement your salad perfectly. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, fruity green salad is sure to become a favorite at your next gathering.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

UNIQUE FRUITY GREEN SALAD



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Various types of lettuce greens & fruit meld for a unique flavor. Everyone who tries it asks for this recipe.

Provided by BARBIET

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon water
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
1 head leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces
2 bananas, peeled and sliced
1 avocado - pitted, peeled, and cubed
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup honey
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ cup distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Stir together water and sugar in a skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds, toss to coat, and cook and stir until the almonds are brown. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss together the almonds, lettuce, avocado, orange segments and onion, and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, salt, vinegar, mustard and poppy seeds. Pour over the salad mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Fat 47.5 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 416 mg, Sugar 40.2 g

FRUITY GREEN SALAD



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My family enjoys this fast and refreshing salad. It's jazzed up with a beautiful blend of red apple, pear, dried cranberries, toasted pecans and Swiss cheese. No matter when I serve it, the light dressing and fruity flavor remind me of springtime. -Helen Petisi, Palm Coast, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons chopped green onions
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium red apple, chopped
1 medium pear, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

UNIQUE FRUITY GREEN SALAD



UNIQUE FRUITY GREEN SALAD image

Categories     Banana     Nut     Avocado     Leafy Green     Orange     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds
1 head leaf lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1 recipe - 2 bananas, peeled and sliced
1 recipe - 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed
2 cans (11 ounce) mandarin oranges, drained
1 recipe - 1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Stir together water and sugar in a skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds, toss to coat, and cook and stir until the almonds are brown. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, gently toss together the almonds, lettuce, avocado, orange segments and onion, and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, salt, vinegar, mustard and poppy seeds. Pour over the salad mixture and toss to coat.

FRUITY GREEN SALAD WITH HONEY DRESSING



Fruity Green Salad with Honey Dressing image

I'm a beekeeper and always looking for new ways to use honey. I've found that when I put honey in dressing, I don't need to add oil, which cuts down on the fat. This salad goes well with any entree. -Hope Ralph of Woburn, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn mixed salad greens or 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
2 medium ripe pears, thinly sliced
1/3 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey, warmed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, toss the greens, pears and cherries. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and ripe fruits and vegetables. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
  • Wash your produce thoroughly before using it. This will remove any dirt or bacteria that may be present.
  • Cut your fruits and vegetables into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat and will help the flavors to blend together.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures in your salad. This will make it more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. There are endless possibilities when it comes to fruity green salads, so have fun and find what you like best.

Conclusion:

Fruity green salads are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your fruits and vegetables. They are perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a fruity green salad that everyone will enjoy.

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