Tangerine and Avocado Salad

Description:
This came from the Wellness Letter. Nutrition info: Nutrition Information (per serving) calories 194 • fat 11g (1.5g saturated) • cholesterol 0mg • carbohydrate 26g • dietary fiber 5.8g • protein 3g • sodium 300mg • good source of: fiber, folate, potassium, thiamin, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E.


Ingredients:
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 tangerines
1 Hass avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced crosswise
3 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds


Directions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, vinegar, salt, and cayenne.
2. With a vegetable peeler, peel 3 long strips of zest from 1 tangerine. Cut the strips into 1/8-inch slivers. Peel the tangerines and separate into segments. Cut the segments crosswise into 2 or 3 pieces; discard any seeds.
3. Add the avocado, tangerines, and zest to the bowl and toss to combine. Chill until serving time.
4. Sprinkle with the sunflower seeds just before serving.


Number Of Servings:4

Preparation Time:15 minutes
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02-15-04, 06:28 PM
NCcichlid
Any suggestions to the refrigerator life of this salad?

Will the lime juice and vinegar extend the shelf life?

02-17-04, 05:54 PM
IndigoFlavours
Sorry, I'm really not sure. My mom made it and my parents really liked it so they ate it within a few days...

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