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Mixed Green Salad with Mango, Jícama and Cashews

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The dressing gets its beautiful color and smooth texture from pureed mango.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6

Ingredients

1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, cut into ¤-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons rice vinegar or 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 10-ounce bag mixed baby lettuces
1 cup diced peeled jicama
1/2 cup salted roasted cashews

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine 1/2 cup mango with next 6 ingredients in blender. Puree until smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. (Can be made 3 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature.)

    Step 2

    Combine lettuces, jicama and remaining 1 cup mango in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with cashews. Serve, passing any remaining dressing separately.

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