Sunday, December 11, 2011

Winter fruit salad with Lemon-poppy seed dressing

My friend gave this recipe to me for my wedding with a cute mixing bowl. I thought it was a good idea for a wedding present. I finally made the recipe tonight for a party with the Jensen girls and it turned out pretty good.

Salad:
1 large head romaine lettuce, torn
1 c shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz)
1 c cashews (or I used sunflower seeds and it was still yummy)
1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 medium apple, cubed (about 1 cup)
1 medium pear, cubed (about 1 cup)

Dressing:
1/2 c sugar
2 t onion, finely chopped
1/2 t salt
1/3 c lemon juice
1t dijon mustard
2/3 c vegetable oil
1 T poppy seeds

In a blender or food processor, place sugar, onion, salt, lemon juice, and mustard. Process until blended. Add oil, processing until thick and smooth. Add poppy seeds; process a few seconds. Mix all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour dressing and toss to coat.

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