Tropical Ham & Fruit Salad 🌴🍖🍍🍊

Recipe Name: Ham & Fruit Toss 🍖🍍🍊

Cook Time: Not specified 🕒

Prep Time: 20 minutes ⏳

Total Time: 20 minutes ⏳

Description: This Ham & Fruit Toss is not just a salad; it’s a delightful main dish that balances flavors and textures beautifully. We opt for fat-free ham and yogurt in this recipe, perfect for those mindful of their calorie intake, but feel free to indulge in regular ham and yogurt if you prefer. The inclusion of vibrant fruits like pineapple and mandarin oranges adds a juicy burst to every bite, rendering the need for additional dressing almost unnecessary, unless, of course, you’re aiming to up your calcium intake. Let’s dive into this flavorful journey that’s both healthy and satisfying! 🥗🍖🍍🍊

Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🍽️

Keywords: Ham, Oranges, Pineapple, Pork, Citrus, Tropical Fruits, Greens, Fruit, Vegetable, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Quick, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Easy 🌟

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 277
• Fat Content: 9.7g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3.4g
• Cholesterol Content: 48.7mg
• Sodium Content: 71.1mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 32.8g
• Fiber Content: 4.4g
• Sugar Content: 25.8g
• Protein Content: 17.9g

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Combine the ham, pineapple, and mandarin oranges in a large mixing bowl. Ensure they are evenly distributed for maximum flavor in every spoonful. 🥣🍍🍊

2. Divide the romaine lettuce onto 4 serving plates. This forms the crisp and refreshing base of our salad, ready to cradle the flavorful ham and fruit mixture. 🥗

3. Top each plate of lettuce with the ham & fruit mixture, dividing evenly into 4 servings. This ensures that every portion is balanced with the goodness of ham and the sweetness of fruits. 🍽️

4. Prepare the dressing by stirring together the non-fat vanilla yogurt and freshly squeezed orange juice. This tangy and creamy dressing complements the salad beautifully, adding a burst of citrusy flavor. 🍊

5. Serve the dressing on the side or drizzle lightly over the salad according to preference. The salad is now ready to be enjoyed! 🎉

This Ham & Fruit Toss is not just a salad; it’s a flavorful experience that combines the goodness of protein-rich ham, refreshing pineapple, juicy mandarin oranges, and crisp romaine lettuce, all brought together with a tangy yogurt-orange dressing. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or a nutritious option for your lunch or dinner, this recipe ticks all the boxes. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing with delight! 🥗🍖🍍🍊