Tropical Salad With Pineapple Vinaigrette

Submitted by mykidslightmylife

"I had a similar salad at Sweet Tomatoes, but this one is even better. I found a recipe online at Allrecipes, but tweaked it to my own tastes. Toasting the coconut and macadamia nuts is important!"

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, browned & crumbled
• 1⁄2 cup fresh pineapple
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 teaspoons sugar (can use Splenda) (optional)
• fresh ground black pepper
• salt
• 1 (10 ounce) package chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
• 1 cup chopped and toasted macadamia nuts
• 3 green onions, chopped (optional)
• 1⁄4 cup flaked coconut, toasted

directions

1. In blender, combine pineapple, red wine vinegar, oil, sugar, pepper and salt. Blend until pineapple is smooth and ingredients are incorporated.
2. In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, pineapple, macadamia nuts, green onions and bacon. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with toasted coconut.