Exotic Salad With Pineapple Figs

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A zesty lime gelatin salad paired with sweet, simmered pineapple figs for a refreshing retro treat
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This vibrant Exotic Salad combines the tangy brightness of lime gelatin with sweet crushed pineapple and crunchy nuts for a refreshing, jiggly delight. Served alongside tender, sugar-spiked pineapple figs that have been simmered to perfection, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The figs soak up the spiced pineapple juice, becoming soft and jammy, while the salad remains crisp and cool. It’s a nostalgic yet refreshing option perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as an elegant side dish for a garden party. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings a burst of tropical flavor to any table without requiring complex cooking techniques.

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Exotic Salad With Pineapple Figs

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 170.7

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This vibrant Exotic Salad combines the tangy brightness of lime gelatin with sweet crushed pineapple and crunchy nuts for a refreshing, jiggly delight. Served alongside tender, sugar-spiked pineapple figs that have been simmered to perfection, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The figs soak up the spiced pineapple juice, becoming soft and jammy, while the salad remains crisp and cool. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic yet refreshing option perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as an elegant side dish for a garden party. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings a burst of tropical flavor to any table without requiring complex cooking techniques.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine dried figs, pineapple juice, lemon slices, and sugar.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes until figs are tender.
  4. Remove from heat and let the figs cool in the syrup before serving.
  5. In a large bowl, stir lime-flavored gelatin into boiling water until completely dissolved.
  6. Fold in the crushed pineapple and its syrup.
  7. Add thin-sliced coconut and chopped walnut or pecan halves, stirring gently to combine.
  8. Pour the mixture into individual molds.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  10. Unmold onto salad greens, top with mayonnaise and a sprinkle of coconut, and serve alongside the chilled pineapple figs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 170.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 60.1mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 7.8g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 41.9g84%

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

Keywords: lime, gelatin, salad, pineapple, figs, exotic, tropical, refreshing, side-dish, picnic, fruit-salad, simmered, dessert-salad, retro, summer, light-meal, make-ahead, chilled, molded, easy
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