Romaine With Apple, Pecans and Blue Cheese

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Eating the skin of apples provides about twice the anti-cancer activity as eating only the pulp, Cornell University studies show. That's why this recipe says not to peel the apple. You may wonder about the hefty amount of fat in each serving. Don't: 90% of it is good monounsaturated fat from avocado and pecans.

Submitted by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Updated on October 7, 2022

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Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

Blue Cheese Dressing

⅓ cup blue cheese
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅓ cup orange juice
8 ounces plain non-fat yogurt

Salad

4 ½ cups hearts of romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
1 large unpeeled apple, chopped
1 Hass avocado, cubed
½ cup chopped red onions
¼ cup toasted pecan pieces

Directions

In a small bowl, mash cheese with a fork. Add vinegar, mustard, juice and yogurt; stir to combine thoroughly.
In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Toss with 1/2 cup Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264	Calories
17g	Fat
23g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 4g	21%
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 238mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 23g	8%
Dietary Fiber 7g	25%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 8g	17%
Vitamin C 35mg	39%
Calcium 204mg	16%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 718mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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