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Apple salad with figs and almonds
Ingredients
- 2 large red apples, cored and diced (about 4 cups)
- 6 dried figs, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated (about 3/4 cup)
- 2 ribs of celery, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 cup fat-free lemon yogurt
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Directions
In a small bowl, combine apples, figs, carrots and celery. Add yogurt and mix thoroughly. Top with slivered almonds and serve.
Nutritional analysis per serving
| Calories | 93 |
|---|---|
| Total carbohydrate | 19 g |
| Cholesterol | Trace |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Saturated fat | Trace |
| Serving size | About 1 cup |
| Sodium | 33 mg |
| Total fat | 1 g |
Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid Servings
| Fruits | 1 |
|---|---|
| Vegetables | 1 |
DASH Eating Plan Servings
| Fruits | 1 |
|---|---|
| Vegetables | 1 |
Diabetes Meal Plan Exchanges
| Fruits | 1 |
|---|---|
| Nonstarchy vegetables | 1 |
Dietitian Tip
Figs are a good source of iron, calcium and phosphorus. You can eat figs raw, as in this salad, or add them to baked goods.
To make this plant based, use a yogurt substitute.
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Update Date: 07-26-2022
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Dietitian Tip
Figs are a good source of iron, calcium and phosphorus. You can eat figs raw, as in this salad, or add them to baked goods.
To make this plant based, use a yogurt substitute.
