Herb, Cheese and Dried Fruit Salad

Submitted by Bokenpop aka Mad

"Although this is a long list of ingredients, the end result is spectacular. Be prepared for many compliments with this recipe!"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 175 ml oil free French dressing
• 250 g mixed dried fruit, chopped into small pieces (craisins, apricots & figs)
• 75 ml raisins
• 45 ml fruit chutney
• 30 ml coarse grain mustard
• 6 spring onions, chopped
• 125 g low-fat cheddar cheese or 125 g mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 65 g feta or 65 g creamy blue cheese, crumbled
• 50 g pecan nuts, coarsely chopped
• 1 large butter lettuce, shredded
• 1 large red oak lettuce, leaves left whole
• 125 ml leafy fresh herbs (oregano, basil etc)

directions

1. Heat salad dressing and stir in dried fruit, chutney and mustard.
2. Set aside and leave to cool completely.
3. Once cool, add spring onion, cheeses, nuts and butter lettuce and toss well.
4. Place on platter lined with red oak lettuce and fresh herbs.