SOUTHWEST SALAD

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Friends served us this wonderful salad when we were vacationing in Arizona. My husband particularly liked the fresh-tasting citrus-flavored dressing, and asked me to be sure to get the recipe. It's since become one of our family's favorites. We think it's especially good served with a chicken casserole. -Sharon Evans, Clear Lake, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD DRESSING:
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
SALAD:
3 heads Boston lettuce, torn
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained or fresh orange sections

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk salad dressing ingredients; set aside. Arrange the lettuce, cucumber, avocado, onion and oranges on individual plates. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

RAFIQUE SAHITO
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This salad is amazing! I can't wait to make it again.


Skay3132 Sammy
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This salad is a keeper. It's definitely going into my regular rotation.


MD Ridoyn
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Great salad! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


kalitera mar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Scelo Zikhali
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I made this salad for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best salad he's ever had.


Nasir Khan
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Jennifer Cha
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I've never been a big fan of black beans, but they're really good in this salad. They add a nice sweetness and heartiness.


Martavious Ealsey
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This is the perfect salad for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, but still has plenty of flavor.


Franklin Guerrier
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is amazing. The dressing is so good and the vegetables are so fresh.


Rashed jan Rashed
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavors and textures.


Asit Rudra
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can customize it to my own liking by adding or omitting ingredients.


Khan Qhan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad. The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


Anwar Sagar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken or steak. It's also a great make-ahead meal for busy weeknights.


Kri T.R.
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


sophie Lloyd guitar
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This salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures. The dressing is tangy and flavorful and the vegetables are fresh and crisp. I especially love the addition of the black beans and corn, which add a nice sweetness and heartiness to the dish.


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