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Jicama and Asian Pear Salad


Preparation Time: 15 minutes
2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded 2 cups jicama, julienne-sliced 2 Asian pears, cored and chopped ½ cup golden raisins ¼ cup white wine vinaigrette ¼ cup apple cider or 100% apple juice ¼ tsp Chinese five-spice powder or ground allspice
In a bowl, toss the shredded lettuce, jicama, Asian pears and golden raisins until combined. For dressing, whisk together the vinaigrette, apple cider or juice and five-spice powder or allspice until well mixed. Drizzle over salad and toss well. Serve immediately.

*Serves:* 6

1 Cup of Fruits and Vegetables per Serving

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Nutrition Information per Serving:
Calories: 80 Total Fat: 0g Saturated Fat: 0g % of Calories from Fat: 0% % Calories from Sat Fat: 0%		Protein: 1g Carbohydrates: 19g Cholesterol: 0mg Dietary Fiber: 4g Sodium: 5mg

*Each serving provides:* An excellent source of vitamins A, C and K, and a good source of fiber.