Uptown Ambrosia (Vegetarian) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A modern take on classic ambrosia that is vegetarian, meaning NO marshmallows! From . Original recipe called for Asian pear, which isn't my favorite fruit. So, I subbed two Comice pears although Seckels would be good, too. Persimmon in the original recipe was replaced with a Japanese variety of apple called Sansa from a local orchard. (Substitute any [[tart]] apple.) No problem if you can't find pomegranate seeds. They can be omitted. Make sure the coconut you use is unsulphured. This salad relies heavily on the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Ingredients:
1/2 cup plain yogurt (or 1/4 cup plain yogurt and 1/4 cup full fat sour cream) |
2 -3 tablespoons honey, warmed slightly to soften, to taste |
1 pear, peeled, cored, sliced thinly (read intro) |
1 apple, seeded, cored, sliced thinly (read intro) |
1/3 cup toasted pecans or 1/3 cup walnuts or 1/3 cup sliced almonds |
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved or 1 cup green seedless grape |
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds |
1/2 cup unsweetened flaked coconut (if you want lightly toast the coconut) |
Directions:
1. Drain the yogurt through a piece of cheesecloth or coffee filter into a strainer for 30 minutes to help it to thicken.
2. Stir the honey into the yogurt, toss with the salad ingredients and serve.
3. Other fruit options: pineapple, mango, papaya or star fruit.
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