SPICY BROCCOLI-MANGO SALAD (Source: Pillsbury Annual Recipes 2006) SWEET-HOT PECANS: 4 tsp. sugar 1/4-1/2 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne) 1/2 c. pecan halves, broken into coarse pieces DRESSING: 2 (6 oz. each) containers 99% fat-free orange creme yogurt 1/3 c. light mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. cider vinegar 1/8 tsp. salt SALAD: 5 c. fresh broccoli florets and cut up stems (1 small bunch) 1 1/2 c. diced, peeled, seeded mango (about 2 medium) 1/4 c. finely chopped red onion Lightly spray an 8" skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add sugar and red pepper; mix well. Stir in pecans. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar mixture is melted and pecans are coated> Remove from heat; set aside on a plate to cool. In a small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with a wire whisk until smooth. In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients. Add dressing to salad; toss gently to mix. Just before serving, stir in cooked pecans. Store in the refrigerator. Makes 6 (1 cup) servings. NOTE: If you can't find fresh mangoes, substitute 1 1/2 c. fresh peaches, or frozen peaches, thawed. |