SAL Pear Yam Salad

Pear Yam Salad

Ingredients:

2  Pounds sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed

3 Fresh pears

2  Tablespoons lemon juice

¼  Cup toasted pecans

1  Cup chopped celery

1/3 Cup raisins

1/3 Cup light mayonnaise

1  Tablespoon honey

1/2  Teaspoon ground ginger

 Salt to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, cook the yams for 8 to 10 minutes in boiling water just until tender. Do not overcook. Drain; set aside to cool. Core the pears and cut into chunks. Toss the pears with the lemon juice and mix with the cooled yams in a large bowl. Add the pecans, celery and raisins, mixing gently. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, honey, ginger and salt. Pour the dressing over the yam-pear mixture, mixing gently to coat the salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate.  

Serving Size:  8

Cook Time: 20 minutes