Strawberry Orange Avocado Salad

Strawberries, avocados and mandarin oranges come together beautifully with fresh baby greens and a tangy citrus dressing in this lovely salad! Perfect for spring or summer time entertaining. The light and tangy flavors pair perfectly with meat and poultry, especially those that are grilled and barbecued. The dressing is great over spinach salad, as well. Add chopped pecans for a little crunch, if you like. Slightly adapted from a recipe found at Wives with Knives.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• Dressing

• 1⁄2 teaspoon  finely grated orange zest
• 1⁄4 cup  fresh squeezed  orange juice
• 1⁄2 cup  vegetable oil
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 2  tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1  tablespoon  fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1  green onion, thinly sliced
•  salt and pepper, to taste

• Salad

• 6 -8  cups  mixed salad greens
• 1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained (or fresh!)
• 1  cup  sliced fresh strawberries
• 1  medium  firm ripe avocado, cut into cubes
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

1. Combine dressing ingredients. Mix well and refrigerate.
2. Combine greens and fruits, toss with dressing and serve.
3. Top with chopped pecans, if desired.