Raisins lovely in Waldorf Salad!

Wed., Jan. 17, 2007

Healthy Exchanges King Features Syndicate

Broccoli Waldorf Salad

6 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise

2 tablespoons granular sugar substitute

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

3 cups chopped fresh broccoli

1 cup (2 small) cored, unpeeled, and diced Red Delicious apples

1/4 cup seedless raisins

1/4 cup chopped pecans

In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar substitute and vinegar. Add broccoli, apples and raisins. Mix well to combine. Stir in pecans. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Gently stir again just before serving. Makes 4 (1 cup) servings.

Hint: To plump raisins without “cooking,” place in a glass measuring cup and microwave on HIGH for 20 seconds.

“Each serving equals: 146 calories, 6g fat, 3g protein, 20g carb., 260mg sodium, 45mg calcium, 3g fiber. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 1 Fruit, 1/2 Fat. Carb Choices : 1.