California Marinated Salad

Recipe Summary:

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.00

Ingredients:

3 nectarines, chopped
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, quartered
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives (optional)
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1 (8oz) can artichoke hearts
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 tsp sugar
1 tsp tarragon, crumbled
1/2 tsp thyme

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine nectarines, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, olives and green onions. Drain and save liquid from the artichokes. Add the artichokes to the salad. Combine reserved liquid with remaining ingredients in a jar. Shake well and pour over the salad. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts California Marinated Salad Serving Size 1/6 of recipe Amount Per Serving Calories 80 Calories from Fat 25   % Daily Value (DV)* Total Fat 3g 5%  Saturated Fat 0g 0%  Trans Fat 0g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 100mg 4% Total Carbohydrate 13g 4%   Dietary Fiber 2g 8%   Sugars 7g   Protein 3g Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 25% Calcium 2% Iron 6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention