TROPICAL SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE VINAIGRETTE

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An easy salad to make with a bag of salad greens, pineapple, bacon bits, nuts and toasted coconut. Use fresh pineapple, if you can, and substitute toasted almonds for the macadamia nuts, if desired.

Provided by Marianne G

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon
¼ cup pineapple juice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste
1 (10 ounce) package chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
½ cup chopped and toasted macadamia nuts
3 green onions, chopped
¼ cup flaked coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
  • Combine pineapple juice, red wine vinegar, oil, pepper and salt in a lidded jar or cruet. Cover and shake well.
  • Toss lettuce, pineapple, macadamia nuts, green onions and bacon together in a large bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 323.6 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

pickle person
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Mangumbi Gamuchirai
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This salad is perfect for a light and refreshing summer meal.


anthony maldonado
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed this salad. The vinaigrette is so flavorful and it really brings out the sweetness of the pineapple.


Zdenda Vesel√Ω
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Michael Shapiro
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pineapple, mango, and kiwi are all so refreshing and the vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Akash Munshi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


joysree bhowmick
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ayabonga Nhlapo
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This salad is perfect for a light and refreshing summer meal.


panda lover
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed this salad. The vinaigrette is so flavorful and it really brings out the sweetness of the pineapple.


Namiro Aisha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bowl of it in my fridge during the summer.


Nicola Kennedy
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


cloe gorlovitski
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The flavors are so fresh and summery, and the pineapple vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.