Tyler Texas Salad

Submitted by Pickles F

"Tyler Texas, famous for its yellow roses, was the inspiration for this special salad. You will really enjoy the cheery look this brightly colored dish brings to the table."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 16
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 4 summer squash
• 2 cups orange marmalade
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 2 cups mandarin oranges
• 5 large carrots, shredded
• 2 cups crushed walnuts

• Dressing

• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon rosemary
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon paprika

directions

1. Slice squash into 1/4 inch"wheels," and toss together with marmelade, coconut, oranges, carrots, and walnuts.
2. For the dressing, whip olive oil, cream, and orange juice together for 2-3 minutes.
3. Mix all seasonings together in a small bowl and add to the dressing.
4. Chill salad and dressing.
5. Toss dressing with the salad right before serving.
6. May garnish with more walnuts, if desired.