Fresh 'n' Fruity Salad

From Quick Cooking Magazine



"We love all types of melons, so I'm always experimenting with different ways to serve them," writes Bernice Morris of Marshfield, Missouri. "A light dressing brings out the refreshing fruit flavors in this cool salad that's so delightful in warm weather."


INGREDIENTS



* 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
* 1 can (15 ounces) unsweetened dark sweet cherries, drained or fresh cherries
* 1-1/2 cups cubed cantaloupe
* 1-1/2 cups cubed seeded watermelon
* 1-1/2 cups cubed honeydew
* DRESSING:
* 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 3 tablespoons orange juice
* 3 tablespoons lemon juice
* 2 tablespoons sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon paprika


SERVINGS 8
CATEGORY Lower Fat
PREP 15 min.
TOTAL 15 min.


DIRECTIONS




Combine the fruit in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients; pour over fruit and toss to coat. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon. Yield: 8 servings.

 



NUTRITIONAL INFO




Nutritional Analysis: One 1/2-cup serving equals 140 calories, 6 g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, 1 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit, 1 fat.