Avocado Mandarin Salad

Makes 4 servings

1 package (9-10 ounces) mixed salad greens
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, well drained
1 package (6 ounces) cooked and sliced chicken
2 thin slices red onion, quartered
1/4 cup pecans, toasted
1/2 cup prepared light Italian or balsamic vinaigrette dressing
2 ripe avocados, seeded, peeled, and cut into chunks

In large salad bowl, combine salad greens, mandarin oranges, chicken, onion, and pecans. In small bowl combine dressing and 1/2 cup avocado cubes. Mash and blend into dressing. To salad add remaining avocado cubes and dressing. Toss and serve.

360 calories per serving; 18 grams protein; 30 grams carbohydrate; 21 grams fat (4 grams saturated fat, 12 grams monounsaturated fat, 5 grams polyunsaturated fat); 35 milligrams cholesterol; 10 grams fiber; 510 milligrams sodium

For more information
The American Dietetic Association/National Center for Nutrition and Dietetics.
ADA's Consumer Nutrition Information Line (800/366-1655) provides recorded messages with timely, practical nutrition information as well as referrals to registered dietitians. Messages are available 24 hours daily with new topics each month.

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