GINGER-APRICOT TOSSED SALAD

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This dish is a nice change from ordinary green salad and is elegant enough for company. The dressing is one of my favorites. Its sweetness complements the crisp greens and crunchy green beans. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (3/4 cup salad dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (16 ounces) apricot halves, drained
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Process first 7 ingredients in a blender until smooth. Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water and bring to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes., Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a salad bowl, combine salad greens, mango and beans. Sprinkle with peanuts. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Miss Kali
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the dressing was to die for.


Drew Dalagan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Michele Cooper
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I love the combination of ginger and apricot in this salad. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


Rebecca Walchak
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and the flavors are wonderful.


Shirley Hartmann
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I wasn't sure about the ginger and apricot combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. The salad was very refreshing and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Muggins Takana
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This salad is delicious! The ginger and apricot flavors are a perfect match. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajjab ali Rajjab ali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. The dressing is so flavorful and the salad is so refreshing. I highly recommend it!


Duncan Gombar
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This is a great salad for a summer cookout. It's light, refreshing, and easy to make. I love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Samuel Veile
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the addition of the toasted almonds, which added a nice crunch.


Mozammel Hossain
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This salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of ginger and apricot was unexpected but worked perfectly together. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the salad was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again!