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Ensalada De Manzana (Mexican Apple Salad)

This classic Ensalada De Manzana recipe is a simple and delicious combination of apples, pineapple, pecans and raisins in a creamy dressing.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 10 1 cup bowls
Calories: 224 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pecans chopped into small pieces
  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cans (7.6 oz) media crema or heavy cream (equivalent amount)
  • ⅓ cup of the pineapple juice from the can
  • 2 green apples cut into small cubes
  • 2 red apples cut into small cubes
  • 1 oz can pineapple chunks
  • ½ cup dried raisins or cranberries

Instructions

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  1. Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat until browned (one shade darker than they originally were) and fragrant, about 2 to 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, add the crema, condensed milk and pineapple juice. Whisk until all ingredients are incorporated.
  3. Cut the apples in ½ in cubes and add to the milk mixtures as you cut them one at the time. This will prevent the apple from turning brown.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients and mix gently with a spatula.
  5. Reserve in refrigerator and chill for 1 hour or overnight. 

Notes

  • Toasting the pecans intensifies the texture, flavor and brings out more of the nutty taste. Do not skip this step!
  • Chop the apples last to prevent browning as much as possible. Once they're in the mixture, they won't brown!
  • Optional: Wait to add the pecans until just before serving if you want them to have a crunch. Nuts turn a little soggy when refrigerated.

Nutrition Information

Serving 108 oz serving Calories 224kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 9g (14%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 127mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 17g (34%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 101 cup bowls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 224

% Daily Value*

Serving 108 oz serving
Calories 224kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 9g 14%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 127mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 17g 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.