Contributed By: DCC
California Raisins
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Total Preparation Time: 1.5 hours
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Special Features: Vegetarian
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Meal Type: Salads & Dressings
Ingredients
Golden Raisin Vinaigrette
1/2 cup California Golden Raisins
One-half Cup Water
One-third cup Fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
One-half Teaspoon Salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Salad
3 pounds Small yams (2 inches in diameter), peeled and sliced one-quarter inch thick
1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
One-half Cup California Golden Raisins
2 tablespoons Snipped fresh chives
Fresh arugula leaves
Preparation
For vinaigrette, place raisins and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until most of the water has been absorbed. Let cool, then puree in a blender or small food processor. Whisk in remaining dressing ingredients then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
To prepare salad, place sliced yams in a medium bowl and toss with olive oil. Cook on grill over low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes, turning frequently, until tender and lightly charred. Remove from grill and place in a medium bowl; let cool. Add raisins and chives to bowl and pour dressing over all; stir lightly with a rubber scraper until yams are evenly coated with dressing. Let chill for at least 1 hour before serving on a bed of arugula.
Cook's Notes
Nutrition Information
Calories: 230
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Total Fat: 6
;
Saturated Fat: 1
;
Carbohydrates: 44
;
Protein: 3
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Calcium: 80
;
Sodium: 200
;
Fiber: 6