Mexican Christmas Eve Salad

Name: Mexican Christmas Eve Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8-10 servings.
Ingredients: 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained; 1 can (15 ounces) sliced beets, drained; 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned; 1 large apple, sliced; 1 medium banana, sliced; 1 medium jicama, peeled and julienned; 2 to 3 cups torn romaine; 1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts; 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds; 1 medium lime, cut into wedges; DRESSING:; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup red or white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons sugar; Dash salt

I traditionally prepare this on Christmas Eve to share at a posada party (Mexican Christmas celebration). The unique combination of ingredients makes this salad interesting, yet tasty.

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (15 ounces) sliced beets, drained
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 large apple, sliced
1 medium banana, sliced
1 medium jicama, peeled and julienned
2 to 3 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1 medium lime, cut into wedges
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red or white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
Dash salt

Directions

On a large platter, arrange the pineapple, beets, oranges, apple, banana and jicama over romaine. Sprinkle with peanuts and pomegranate seeds. Garnish with lime.
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 256 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 7g fiber), 3g protein.

Originally published as Mexican Christmas Eve Salad in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2007

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stargramma

Dec 30, 2014

I really like how beautifully this presents. I have found several recipes for Christmas Eve salad, and all are gorgeous to look at and have an unusual combination of flavors. I have not decided yet which version I like best. I will be taking this to a Mexican theme holiday party. It isn't just beautiful but delicious and healthy as well.