PEAR-BLUEBERRY AMBROSIA WITH CREAMY LIME DRESSING

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This dessert is delicious and decadent, yet is chock-full of healthy fruit with a creamy lime dressing; the blueberries provide a lovely pop of color. -Laura Stricklin, Jackson, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 medium ripe pears, peeled and chopped
3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix mascarpone cheese, sugar, lime zest and lime juice. In a large bowl, combine pears, bananas and blueberries. Spoon cheese mixture over fruit; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with hazelnuts. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Mwangi John
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I'm not a huge fan of ambrosia, but this recipe is really good. The creamy lime dressing is what makes it.


arantxa lawrence
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This ambrosia is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a very refreshing dish, perfect for summer.


Habib Hairan
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This ambrosia is delicious! The pears and blueberries are a great combination, and the creamy lime dressing adds a nice tartness. I will definitely be making this again.


Shereen S Perera
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I've made this ambrosia several times and it's always a hit. The creamy lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Kathleen Weagant
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This ambrosia is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy lime dressing.


Blessing Gomwe
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I made this ambrosia for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this again.


CJ & JR Sibling
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This ambrosia was a hit at my last party! The combination of the sweet pears and tart blueberries is perfect, and the creamy lime dressing adds a refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.